<div dir="ltr"><p style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;margin:1.25em 0px;color:rgb(13,13,13);font-family:ui-sans-serif,-apple-system,system-ui,"Segoe UI",Roboto,Ubuntu,Cantarell,"Noto Sans",sans-serif,Helvetica,"Apple Color Emoji",Arial,"Segoe UI Emoji","Segoe UI Symbol";font-size:16px">Dear Dr. Muhammad Shabbir,</p><p style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;margin:1.25em 0px;color:rgb(13,13,13);font-family:ui-sans-serif,-apple-system,system-ui,"Segoe UI",Roboto,Ubuntu,Cantarell,"Noto Sans",sans-serif,Helvetica,"Apple Color Emoji",Arial,"Segoe UI Emoji","Segoe UI Symbol";font-size:16px">Greetings from India!</p><p style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;margin:1.25em 0px;color:rgb(13,13,13);font-family:ui-sans-serif,-apple-system,system-ui,"Segoe UI",Roboto,Ubuntu,Cantarell,"Noto Sans",sans-serif,Helvetica,"Apple Color Emoji",Arial,"Segoe UI Emoji","Segoe UI Symbol";font-size:16px">I am writing to express my interest in joining the Fellowship Committee as a volunteer. I am deeply passionate about promoting accessibility and inclusivity for people with disabilities and am excited about the opportunity to contribute to DCAD’s mission.</p><h3 style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;font-size:1.25em;margin:1rem 0px 0.5rem;line-height:1.6;color:rgb(13,13,13);font-family:ui-sans-serif,-apple-system,system-ui,"Segoe UI",Roboto,Ubuntu,Cantarell,"Noto Sans",sans-serif,Helvetica,"Apple Color Emoji",Arial,"Segoe UI Emoji","Segoe UI Symbol"">My Background and Experience:</h3><ul style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;list-style-position:initial;margin:0px 0px 1.25em;padding:0px 0px 0px 1.625em;color:rgb(13,13,13);font-family:ui-sans-serif,-apple-system,system-ui,"Segoe UI",Roboto,Ubuntu,Cantarell,"Noto Sans",sans-serif,Helvetica,"Apple Color Emoji",Arial,"Segoe UI Emoji","Segoe UI Symbol";font-size:16px"><li style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;margin-bottom:0.5em;margin-top:0.5em;padding-left:0.375em">I am the President of Progressive Life Center (PLC), a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, with a particular focus on the deaf community in India. Our vision is to create an inclusive society where every individual, regardless of their disability, has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. Our mission is to provide free education, training, job support, and comprehensive services to the needy and poor deaf community.</li><li style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;margin-bottom:0.5em;margin-top:0.5em;padding-left:0.375em">I have a solid understanding of accessibility and disability issues, which I have gained through my work with PLC and other initiatives focused on disability advocacy.</li><li style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;margin-bottom:0.5em;margin-top:0.5em;padding-left:0.375em">I am committed to promoting inclusivity and have actively participated in initiatives that support people with disabilities.</li><li style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;margin-bottom:0.5em;margin-top:0.5em;padding-left:0.375em">I am capable of working independently and meeting deadlines, ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.</li><li style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;margin-bottom:0.5em;margin-top:0.5em;padding-left:0.375em">While I do not have direct experience with fellowship programs, I am eager to learn and contribute my skills to the Fellowship Committee.</li></ul><p style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;margin:1.25em 0px;color:rgb(13,13,13);font-family:ui-sans-serif,-apple-system,system-ui,"Segoe UI",Roboto,Ubuntu,Cantarell,"Noto Sans",sans-serif,Helvetica,"Apple Color Emoji",Arial,"Segoe UI Emoji","Segoe UI Symbol";font-size:16px">I am particularly excited about the opportunity to help select strong candidates for the DCAD Fellowship and to enhance the fellowship program. Additionally, as IGF2024 is being held in Saudi Arabia, I am keen to assist in ensuring strong representation from the Saudi disability community.</p><p style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;margin:1.25em 0px;color:rgb(13,13,13);font-family:ui-sans-serif,-apple-system,system-ui,"Segoe UI",Roboto,Ubuntu,Cantarell,"Noto Sans",sans-serif,Helvetica,"Apple Color Emoji",Arial,"Segoe UI Emoji","Segoe UI Symbol";font-size:16px">I am enthusiastic about the chance to contribute to the advancement of accessibility and disability issues on a global stage, and I look forward to networking with like-minded professionals and gaining valuable experience in fellowship program management.</p><p style="border:0px solid rgb(227,227,227);box-sizing:border-box;margin:1.25em 0px;color:rgb(13,13,13);font-family:ui-sans-serif,-apple-system,system-ui,"Segoe UI",Roboto,Ubuntu,Cantarell,"Noto Sans",sans-serif,Helvetica,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if"></u></span></li><li style="margin-left:0in"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">As IGF2024 is being held in Saudi Arabia, therefore, to ensure strong Saudi Arabian representation at the IGF held in their home country, we're particularly looking for a passionate individual from the Saudi disability community. You'll play a vital role in spreading awareness of this opportunity and assisting the DCAD Fellowship Committee in selecting strong candidates, both from Saudi Arabia and the wider applicant pool.<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><u></u> <u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">By joining our Fellowship Committee, you will:<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc"><li style="margin-left:0in"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Contribute to the advancement of accessibility and disability issues on a global stage<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></li><li style="margin-left:0in"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Network with like-minded professionals and experts in the field<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></li><li style="margin-left:0in"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Gain valuable experience in fellowship program management<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></li><li style="margin-left:0in"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Help shape the next generation of leaders in internet governance<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u> <u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p><h2><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">How to Apply<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">If you are interested, please send a brief email expressing your interest and highlighting your relevant experience to <a href="mailto:info@igf-dcad.org" style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif" target="_blank">info@igf-dcad.org</a> by 04 June 2024, 15:00 UTC. <u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u> <u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information.<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u> <u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Best,<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Dr. Muhammad Shabbir,<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Coordinator,<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Dynamic Coalition on Accessibility and Disability (DCAD),<u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MShabbirPhD/" style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/MShabbirPhD/</a><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u> <u style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></u></span></p></div></div>_______________________________________________<br>
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