Ajad Training Centre launches series of programs

December 12, 2024 / 6:20 PM

Sharjah24: The Ajad Training Centre, affiliated with Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services (SCHS), is set to host a range of training programs this December, centred around the theme "Advocacy," in honour of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The initiative focusses on honing participants’ skills while boosting their ability to support and empower the rights of individuals with disabilities.

Training programs began on December 11, offering sessions specific for employees with developmental disabilities. The sessions aimed to inform participants about their rights and responsibilities as employees, while also providing them with essential skills to manage critical situations and maintain a safe and stable work environment.

Ajad is set to host a specialised program from December 15 to 17, featuring Dr. Bandar Al-Otaibi from Saudi Arabia as the lead. The program offers thorough training on the Vineland Adaptive Behaviour Scale, a valuable instrument for assessing adaptive behaviours in individuals with disabilities, utilising its Arabic-adapted version.

In partnership with the Arab Theatre Authority, Ajad is set to launch an innovative program focused on drama therapy techniques, led by Dr. Reem Saadeh from Jordan. This essential program, scheduled for December 16 to 19, merges psychological advantages with innovative drama techniques for both educational and therapeutic applications, particularly in classroom settings and when interacting with individuals with disabilities.

In a move to enhance awareness around self-advocacy, Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services is set to host a program focused on the "Self-Advocacy Curriculum" on December 16 and 17, led by educator Mai Mohsen.

On December 18, Anwar Obeid, Head of the Severe and Multiple Disabilities Centre, will unveil a program called "Strategies for Educating Persons with Severe Disabilities." This presentation will showcase innovative methods and effective practices aimed at enhancing the educational experience for individuals with significant disabilities.

The series is set to wrap up with a Level 1 Sign Language course, scheduled for December 23 to 26. Led by certified sign language expert Wael Samir, this course is designed to provide participants with foundational skills in sign language, fostering better communication with the deaf community and supporting the development of an inclusive society.