I N T E R N AT I O N A L

PURPLE FEST
GOA-2024

Celebrating Diversity
8th - 13th January 2024
Panaji - Goa
 India’s first-of-its-kind inclusive festival that celebrates persons with disabilities,
invites you to a world of boundless possibilities, where unity takes center stage, and
diversity is celebrated with open arms.

Brought to you by the Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with
Disabilities, Government of Goa, the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of
Goa and Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of
Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India.

At the heart of the International Purple Fest are our esteemed 22 Purple
Ambassadors, each representing one of the 21 types of disabilities listed under the
RPwD Act, 2016, along with the significant inclusion of Spinal Cord Injury.
 Purple Think Tank
Immerse yourself in the Purple Think
Tank, a vibrant hub of knowledge and
ideas. Engage in thought-provoking
talks and panel discussions on crucial
topics like education, health, disaster
management, and gender.

Purple Experience Zone

Step into the Purple Experience
Zone, a realm designed to reflect the
challenges and navigating life with
a disability. Exploring empowering
advancements and gain a deeper
understanding of the experiences of
persons with disabilities.
Purple Fun
Get ready for a splash of Purple Fun!
Plunge into a realm of excitement
with our thrilling lineup of activities
like coastal trails, accessible movie
screenings, and mesmerizing sky
gazing sessions.

Purple Exhibition
Be captivated by the wonders
of science and art at the Purple
Exhibition. Witness the Pavillions,
latest aids and appliances,
innovations in the field of
accessibility and products made by
persons with disabilities.
 Purple Rain
Join us for an evening of pure
celebration and merrymaking at
Purple Rain! Get ready to be dazzled
by live performances from renowned
artists, sensational music concerts,
breathtaking dance performances, and
stand-up comedy shows.

Purple Sports
Embark on a journey to encounter
the unyielding determination and
unwavering spirit of athletes at Purple
Sports. Prepare to be awestruck by the
exceptional talent on display at the
Special Olympics and Para Athletics
events.
Purple Convention
Enrich your mind at the Purple
Convention, a platform that brings
together experts, stakeholders, and
changemakers around the world.
Engage in diverse conferences
addressing critical disability-related
subjects, fostering collaboration and
idea exchange.

Purple Kaleidoscope
Step into the mesmerizing world
of the Purple Kaleidoscope zone
at Purple Fest, where art comes
alive in vibrant hues and boundless
creativity. Witness live art paintings,
immerse yourself in awe-inspiring
art exhibitions and join inclusive art
workshops.
 ORGANISERS

KEY PARTNERS

INCLUSION PARTNERS

VENUE PARTNERS
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OFFICE OF THE STATE COMMISSIONER FOR

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, GOVT. OF GOA
Second Floor, Building ‘B’, New Market Complex, Goa Housing Board, Porvorim - Goa - 403521
Email: purple-fest@goa.gov.in | Phone No: 9156321900 | Website: http://purplefest.goa.gov.in/

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