Residing with a imaginative and prescient impairment in a sighted world might be tough and overwhelming at instances. The longer term can appear daunting, and dealing with a imaginative and prescient impairment might be difficult for kids, particularly whereas navigating by the common hurdles of life.
On December 19, 2023, Sterling International Oil Sources Ltd. (SGORL) organised an occasion themed ‘A Ray of Hope’ at Agbowa Mannequin College, Ikorodu, Lagos State. The occasion concerned the distribution of information canes, tape recorders, writing frames, styluses, and carbon papers to blind youngsters aged between 7 and 17.
Dignitaries current on the occasion included Dr Mrs Abimbola Abolarin, Director, Particular Training, Ministry of Training, Lagos State; Mr. Adejuwo Azeez, Director, Particular Training Counselling, Ministry of Training, Lagos State; Alhaja Adebanjo A., Senior Principal, Agbowa Mannequin College, Ikorodu, Ministry of Training, Lagos State; and Mrs. Ogun O., Principal, Agbowa Senior Mannequin College, Ikorodu, Ministry of Training, Lagos State.
In her speech, Dr Mrs Abimbola Abolarin, Director of Particular Training, Ministry of Training, Lagos State, expressed, “Understanding the spectrum of visible impairment and dispelling frequent misconceptions and stigmas round sight loss is essential. Whereas these youngsters face perplexing perceptions, our love and help can pave a secure and nurturing path for them.”
“We respect SGORL for offering information canes, tape recorders, writing frames, and styluses to those blind youngsters. These sources can help them in transferring independently, partaking in studying, and expressing themselves creatively.”
Surviving with a imaginative and prescient impairment might be difficult, involving overcoming quite a few obstacles. Nonetheless, it will also be really enriching and rewarding, providing a distinct perspective on life. Sound and contact tackle new significance when sight is severely restricted or absent. If given the chance, these blind youngsters can take part and be taught alongside their sighted friends.
Alhaja Adebanjo A., Senior Principal, Agbowa Mannequin College, Ikorodu, Ministry of Training, Lagos State, emphasised, “Decreasing childhood blindness is achievable, as it could actually usually be preventable or treatable. There may be hope for childhood blindness.
“SGORL’s initiative encompasses an illustration of generosity aiming to bridge the hole between the privileged and fewer lucky in society by compassionate interventions. Youngsters with disabilities current a studying curve.”
SGORL envisions a world the place blind youngsters obtain their full potential and contribute to societal progress. The corporate is dedicated to supporting these distinctive youngsters in growing their particular person strengths whereas compensating for his or her limitations.
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