Media Recognition, Awards &
Global Advocacy

Recognized globally for advancing disability rights, accessibility, and inclusive education through advocacy, leadership, and action.

Awards and Recognition

Honoring excellence and impact…

Rick Hansen Foundation Difference Maker of the Year Award (2026)

Awarded the Rick Hansen Foundation Difference Maker of the Year Award (2026) for driving meaningful progress in accessibility, inclusion, and disability advocacy.
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Top Youth Human Rights Leader in Canada (2026)

Recognized for outstanding leadership and advocacy in advancing disability rights and inclusive education across Canada. Read More →

Top 20 Under 20 Globally Making Impact (2026)

Featured among young leaders creating meaningful change and influencing communities worldwide through innovation, advocacy, and service.
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Global Advocacy

Driving change beyond borders

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Crip Life Exclusive: Disability Inclusion Cannot Wait

Drawing from lived experience, Yasmin advocates for urgent action to make schools more accessible, inclusive, and equitable for students with disabilities. Read Article →

National Accessible Schools Initiative

Driving meaningful change in education through accessible resources, educator training, and advocacy that foster inclusive learning environments for all students.
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United Nations Speaking Engagements

Representing youth voices on the global stage, Yasmin speaks on disability rights, accessibility, and inclusive communities at international forums. Watch the speech to learn more about her advocacy and vision for a more inclusive future.

Research on Inclusive Education

Yasmin’s research explores legal literacy, self-advocacy, and inclusive education, highlighting evidence-based approaches that empower youth with disabilities and strengthen educational accessibility.

An infographic of Yasmin's research on LEGAL LITERACY, SELF-ADVOCACY, AND INCLUSIVE EDUCATION:
A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF INTERVENTIONS
FOR YOUTH WITH DISABILITIES

Media Highlights

Stories and features celebrating Yasmin’s impact.

Barchart Feature

Barchart highlights Yasmin’s National Accessible Schools Initiative and its growing impact in advancing accessibility and inclusive education across schools and communities.
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USA News Spotlight

USA News spotlights Yasmin’s journey as a young advocate working to transform disability inclusion and create more equitable learning environments for students. Read Article →

Women’s Insider Focus

Women’s Insider explores how Yasmin’s advocacy has evolved into a national movement promoting disability-inclusive education and meaningful systemic change. Read Article →

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Supporting the Healing Power of Music

Recognized by the Canadian Music Therapy Fund for helping raise funds that support music therapy programs for children with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, youth facing mental health challenges, and seniors living with dementia. View Post →

Creating Lasting Impact at Holland Bloorview

Newsletter-style graphic highlighting Yasmin Atwal's donation of adaptive musical instruments to Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, featuring photos of the donation team and a child using a ukulele in a wheelchair.

Publications

The cover of Yasmin's book.

The Human Code: Law Through Our Eyes

In this thought-provoking book, Yasmin explores law, justice, and human rights through the lens of lived experience, encouraging readers to better understand the systems that shape our communities and everyday lives.
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