Portfolio
Para athlete, Accessibility Auditor, Motivational Speaker
Para Athlete
Motivational Speach
Access Auditor
Activist
ECI Brand Ambassador
Awards
NCPEDP Universal Design Award
National Award
National Youth Award
Articles
News and Media – Suvarna Raj
International Paralympic Committee
Indian Para athlete and disability advocate Suvarna Raj wins UN SDG Action Awards
NDTV Indian of the Year Award
NDTV Indian Of The Year: “It Took Me 33 Years To Prove Myself,” Says Suvarna Raj
UN SDG Action Changemaker
Winner 2024 Changemaker Suvarna Raj Para-athlete advocating for disability rights
Articles
What People Are Saying
FOR SUVARNA RAJ
Suvarna Raj, an internationally acclaimed Indian para-athlete, wheelchair user, and polio survivor, embodies unbreakable resilience and transformative leadership.
She has represented India at the three Asian Para Games and World Para Athletics, earning medals while shattering stereotypes.A pioneering disability rights advocate, she became the first woman with a disability to win the prestigious UN SDG Action Award (2024 Changemaker) for advancing inclusion.
Honored as a National Awardee by India’s President, she has conducted numerous access audits under the Accessible India Campaign, enhancing public spaces, transport, and institutions.
As Brand Ambassador for Accessible Elections, and policy influencer behind key disability laws, Suvarna drives systemic change empowering grassroots athletes and inspiring a truly inclusive India.
She has represented India at the three Asian Para Games and World Para Athletics, earning medals while shattering stereotypes.A pioneering disability rights advocate, she became the first woman with a disability to win the prestigious UN SDG Action Award (2024 Changemaker) for advancing inclusion.
Honored as a National Awardee by India’s President, she has conducted numerous access audits under the Accessible India Campaign, enhancing public spaces, transport, and institutions.
As Brand Ambassador for Accessible Elections, and policy influencer behind key disability laws, Suvarna drives systemic change empowering grassroots athletes and inspiring a truly inclusive India.
Suvarna Raj is more than a para-athlete; she is an epitome of passion, determination and resilience. In spite of her physical challenges since early childhood, she resolutely chose to pursue para-sports, represented India in national and international competitions and brought pride to the country.
Beyond sports, she has championed the need of universal access and mobility for people with disabilities, and fought countless battles with public authorities as an ardent crusader. Decorated by many iconic awards for her social impact, like National Youth Award, Universal Design Award, UN SDG Action Award, her life has become simply an inspiration for struggling youth.
Wish her utmost success and glory for the future endeavours!
Beyond sports, she has championed the need of universal access and mobility for people with disabilities, and fought countless battles with public authorities as an ardent crusader. Decorated by many iconic awards for her social impact, like National Youth Award, Universal Design Award, UN SDG Action Award, her life has become simply an inspiration for struggling youth.
Wish her utmost success and glory for the future endeavours!
MBBS, MA (P. Admin)
“Suvarna Raj is a beacon of hope and strength. An international para-athlete and fierce advocate for people with disabilities, she lives beyond limitations with unwavering values and grace.
Her resilience, passion, and dedication shine through every award she earns – each one a testament to a life lived wholeheartedly and an inspiration to us all.”
Her resilience, passion, and dedication shine through every award she earns – each one a testament to a life lived wholeheartedly and an inspiration to us all.”
Social Artist | Host RTL Talks
Founder and Creative Director, VOYCE & Returning to Love Foundation
Founder and Creative Director, VOYCE & Returning to Love Foundation
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