Jyoti Sroat School to organized 5 KM run is to influence Govt towards inclusive Education

Shillong, October 10: Jyoti Sroat School, Bethany Society is celebrating the ‘Include Vidya Campaign’ and the ‘World White Cane Day’ on the 14th October, 2017 at 1:00 PM at Jyoti Sroat School, Bethany Society Campus, Lady Veronica Lane, Laitumkhrah. The theme of the day is to underline the imperative, the need of the hour, which is to foster an ‘Inclusive Society, A Society for All” where no one is left behind.

Include Vidya’ is Christoffel-Blindenmissio campaign to include children with disabilities in education in India. It aims to highlight the profound challenges faced by children with disabilities in realizing their right to education. The campaign hopes to influence governments and policy makers to make greater commitments towards inclusive education. On the occasion, a 5 km ‘Run for Inclusion’ is being organized where all the diverse participants will come together to embrace differences; create a sense of belongingness and inclusion. The run will start from Don Bosco Square at 6:30 AM.

‘The World White Cane Day’ is celebrated all over the world on the 15th of October. It is observed to create awareness and consideration among the public regarding the safety and rights of persons with visual impairment. It is internationally recognized as a symbol of achievement and independence of the persons with Visual Impairment. It is a mobility tool for persons with Visual Impairment, which contributes towards independence, security and self-confidence. It will be celebrated with a 3.5 km walk starting from Don Bosco Square at 6:30 AM immediately after the Run for Inclusion and is partly supported by Amway India.

Moreover, this initiative is intended to inspire people to contribute towards building a barrier-free and congenial society where impairment is not viewed as a disability but a celebration of our diversity, where everyone possesses fortitude, expresses gratitude and is able to contribute. This initiative is being carried out in collaboration with Civil Society, RAISE North East, Amway India, National Trust for Persons with Disability, Monfort Centre for Education, Ferrando Speech and Hearing Centre, Society for the Welfare of the Disabled (Mary Rice Centre for Special Education) and the local schools and colleges.

It is supported by the District Sports Promotion Society Scheme (DSPSS), Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, CBM (Christoffel-Blindenmission), Light for the World, Lilliane Fonds, BSF, Shillong, Red FM. Besides, the day will also mark the commencement of the Silver Jubilee Celebrations of Jyoti Sroat School, a significant milestone in their journey and their continual pursuit of Total Inclusion. The overall proramme will feature a series of inspiring, insightful and inclusive events such as Café in the Dark, indigenous Food Fest, Talent Show.

 

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