The Better India · 33 days ago

Two Mumbai Mothers Build the First Friendship App for Neurodivergent & Disabled People

Against the backdrop of vibrant Mumbai, two mothers watched their sons-Vir, a puzzle-loving athlete with autism, and Mihaan, a musically-inclined social butterfly with Down Syndrome-forge a friendship that defied conventional boundaries. This unlikely duo inspired the creation of the 'Buddy Up Network', an app designed to nurture friendships among people with disabilities. Gopika and Moneisha, the mothers, sought to carve out a space free from judgment, where differences were not obstacles but rather textures that enriched the tapestry of relationships. "Everyone should have a friend," Mihaan declares, illuminating a truth that reverberates through the lives touched by the app. The endeavor captures the essence of inclusivity: recognizing that the heart seeks connections beyond the confines of typical pathways, where the soul finds solace in shared laughter and reciprocal admiration.

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