Lord Blunkett (David Blunkett) is one of the United Kingdom’s most respected public servants and a leading advocate for education, social justice and disability inclusion. Blind since birth, he served in the Cabinet under Prime Minister Tony Blair as Secretary of State for Education and Employment (1997–2001) and Home Secretary (2001–2004), helping to shape major reforms in education, skills and public services.

A member of the House of Lords, he continues to contribute to policy debates on education, social care and disability rights, and remains an influential voice on inclusion and social mobility.

Lord Blunkett has actively supported Dolma Foundation’s work in Nepal, mentoring blind and visually impaired students and offering practical guidance and encouragement drawn from his own experience. As Patron of Dolma Foundation, he brings exceptional public leadership and a deeply personal commitment to expanding opportunity for those most often excluded.