Dr Muhammad Shabbir

Public work

Accessibility & Internet Governance

This page brings together the major accessibility, digital inclusion, and Internet governance strands of my public and professional work.

Overview

Accessibility and Internet governance form a central pillar of Dr Muhammad Shabbir’s public and professional work. Alongside his research in strategic and policy affairs, he has developed a sustained record of leadership and engagement in digital inclusion, accessibility advocacy, and multistakeholder Internet governance.

Leadership roles

  • Coordinator, IGF Dynamic Coalition on Accessibility and Disability
  • Former Member, Board of Trustees, Internet Society
  • Founding President, Internet Society Accessibility Special Interest Group
  • Member, Board of Directors, Internet Society Islamabad Chapter

Governance and institutional engagement

Dr Muhammad Shabbir’s work in this area has included engagement with institutions and processes such as APRIGF, PKSIG, the International Association of Accessibility Professionals, ICANN-related community processes, and broader multistakeholder governance initiatives.

Policy contributions

  • Accessibility-related input linked to Digital Pakistan Policy processes
  • Contribution to accessible banking work involving the State Bank of Pakistan
  • Research and advocacy on web accessibility and mobile accessibility in Pakistan
  • Broader policy engagement on accessibility, inclusion, and ICT rights

Capacity building and advocacy

His public work includes guest lectures, presentations, mentoring, awareness-raising efforts, and contribution to initiatives that strengthen understanding of accessibility, disability inclusion, and Internet governance across institutions and communities.

International engagement

His participation in international forums includes Internet Governance Forum meetings, regional Internet governance platforms, accessibility and digital rights training, ICANN meetings, and related conferences and policy spaces. These engagements have contributed to a perspective that connects Pakistan’s policy environment with broader global debates on governance, inclusion, and digital rights.