ChangeInkk Foundation, in partnership with the Industrial Training Institute, Kohima organised a workshop at DESD&E Kohima on March 15.
Kohima, March 16 (MExN): ChangeInkk Foundation, in partnership with the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) under the Directorate of Employment Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (DESD&E) organised a workshop on the theme of ‘Inclusion for Innovation: Mainstreaming Persons with Specific Learning Disabilities’.
The workshop was held with approximately 40 trainees and 7 trainers at DESD&E Kohima on March 15, a press release received stated here.
Vitozonu Natso, Program Associate, representing ChangeInkk Foundation, as the resource person delivered on Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) while advocating for inclusivity and diversity in learning.
Participants gained insights into SLD, with a particular focus on dyslexic thinking, and were introduced to inclusive teaching methods designed to accommodate diverse learning styles.
The discussion stressed on significance of fostering an environment that celebrates diversity, acknowledging the unique backgrounds and abilities of learners, particularly those with SLD, recognising that SLD is often an invisible disability.
It stated that by championing inclusivity and embracing diverse perspectives, the workshop aimed not only to support individuals with SLD but also to tap into latent talent and drive innovation within vocational training and skilling sectors. This holistic approach underscored the interconnected nature of addressing SLD, especially dyslexic thinking, and promoting diversity in vocational and skilling domains.
The workshop concluded with a call to action for stakeholders to prioritize inclusivity in their policies and practices, recognizing the immense value that diversity brings to the innovation landscape, it added.
ChangeInkk Foundation is a non-profit organisation committed to promoting inclusivity for individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities and fostering innovation in society. Through collaborative efforts and transformative initiatives, the Foundation endeavours to create a more equitable and accessible world for individuals with diverse abilities, the release added.
