Disability Awareness

Title	Disability Awareness
Training program	Tailored Training Program
Topic	Community
Training Delivery Methods	Face-to-Face
Location	Mada Academy
Language	Arabic
Date	12/02/2024
Course length	3 hours
Prerequisites	No prerequisites
Target audience	Teachers and Coordinators, Special needs teacher, PR employees
Description	This training session on disability awareness aims to educate participants about various aspects of disabilities, fostering empathy, understanding, and inclusivity. It aims to raise awareness, promote inclusivity, and equip participants with practical knowledge and skills to interact respectfully and inclusively with people who have disabilities.
Objectives	Increase Understanding: Enhance participants' understanding of various types of disabilities, their nature, and their impact on individuals' lives. Promote Empathy: Foster empathy and sensitivity towards people with disabilities by sharing personal experiences or case studies. Raise Awareness: Raise awareness about the challenges, stereotypes, and misconceptions surrounding disabilities to promote a more inclusive environment. Encourage Inclusivity: Encourage participants to embrace diversity and create inclusive spaces by accommodating the needs of individuals with disabilities. Improve Communication Skills: Equip participants with effective communication strategies to interact respectfully and inclusively with people who have disabilities. Introduce Assistive Technologies: Introduce participants to various assistive technologies available for individuals with disabilities to enhance accessibility and independence. Address Legal and Ethical Aspects: Discuss the legal rights, ethical considerations, and policies related to disabilities to ensure fair treatment and equal opportunities. Provide Practical Guidance: Offer practical guidance on how to implement inclusive practices and make environments more accessible for individuals with disabilities. Evaluate and Reflect: Encourage reflection on personal biases and attitudes towards disabilities and provide tools for ongoing self-assessment and improvement.
Outline	Introduction to Disabilities Challenges and Barriers for people with disabilities Communication and Interaction Accessible Customer Service Assistive Technologies Legal and Ethical Considerations Creating Inclusive Environments
Competencies	D1, D2
Trainer	Mada center
Registration fees	Free
Contact	Training coordinator: training@mada.org.qa, Training expert: academy@mada.org.qa

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