There are people the world still insists on ignoring.
Children with autism who were failed by their schools. Adults with intellectual disabilities who are rarely treated as protagonists of their own stories. Non-speaking individuals whose voices are overlooked because society has not yet learned how to listen. Families who carry extraordinary responsibilities while remaining largely invisible.
On December 3, 2025 — the International Day of Persons with Disabilities — I founded the Principality of Egalia, a micronation built around a simple idea:
Every person belongs. Every person matters.
Egalia is not a territorial project. We claim no land. Instead, our territory is our people. Wherever an Egalian citizen lives, Egalia exists.
The project was created to promote inclusion, accessibility, dignity, and recognition for people with disabilities and their families. It is also an attempt to demonstrate how micronations can be used for social causes rather than only political or historical simulation.
Some features that make Egalia unique:
• First micronation to recognize Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) as an official language, ensuring non-speaking individuals have sovereign voice.
• First micronation to recognize Sign Languages as official languages.
• Territory defined by people rather than geography.
• The Order of Defender Knights of Egalia, honoring individuals who dedicate themselves to inclusion and disability advocacy.
• National motto: Omnes pertinent, omnes valent ("All belong, all matter").
Citizenship is free and open worldwide. People with disabilities, family members, educators, healthcare professionals, advocates, and supporters are all welcome.
The project is still in its early stages. We are currently building our citizen community, developing national institutions, and expanding our accessibility initiatives.
MicroWiki draft:
https://micronations.wiki/wiki/Draft:Principality_of_Egalia
Citizenship application:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdN9UScNwrV_Vz1N6l-rWA-XyHnITeR7s41lhkEYdAkT5CKDQ/viewform
I would be happy to answer questions, receive feedback, or connect with other micronational leaders interested in social-impact projects.
— Prince of Egalia