Helping the deaf-blind with educational materials

Challenge

These children face significant learning obstacles due to dual sensory impairment, limiting access to traditional teaching methods. The main challenges include: 1. Communication: Deaf-blind individuals need specialized methods such as tactile sign language and braille to interact with teachers and peers. 2. Educational Material Accessibility: Standard resources aren't adapted for deaf-blind needs. There is a crucial need for specialized materials, like braille books and educational software.

Solution

This project will address the issue by providing essential educational support to deaf-blind children in Goma, North Kivu. It will ensure access to education through: 1. Provision of Specialized Educational Materials: Distribution of braille books, tactile communication tools, and creation of visual and tactile aids for various subjects. 2. Training and Awareness: Organizing training sessions for teachers to use educational materials for deaf-blind children. Raising awareness among families an

Long-Term Impact

This will have a lasting impact by improving access to education for deaf-blind children in Goma, North Kivu. 1. Enhanced Education Access:By providing adapted educational materials and training teachers, deaf-blind children will have better access to quality education. This will enable them to develop academic and social skills more effectively. 2. Autonomy and Social Inclusion: Adapted education promotes the autonomy of deaf-blind children and enables active participation in society. They will