Supporting and Empowering individuals with visual impairments

District 95 – Egypt and Jordan
Supporting and Empowering individuals with visual impairments.
Beneficiaries 30 Girls.

On Thursday 19, December
 IWC of Damanhour participated in a special event marking the
International Day of Human Solidarity, held at the Royal Jewelry Museum
in Alexandria. The event included meaningful activities aimed at
supporting and empowering individuals with visual impairments,
featuring:
1. A seminar on various types of disabilities: Presented by Dr. Mohamed
El-Desouky, an expert in teaching methods for individuals with visual
impairments, highlighting strategies for addressing the challenges faced
by this group.
2. Recognition and financial support: Certificates of appreciation and
shields were awarded, along with a financial donation to purchase
stencil paper for 30 visually impaired children. Meals were also
distributed to visually impaired girls.
3. A seminar on teaching and training strategies: Delivered by Dr. Amira
Zaytoun, a lecturer in curricula and teaching methods at the Faculty of
Specific Education, Alexandria University, and a member of the
International Board of Certified Trainers. The seminar included an
interactive workshop with Inner Wheel members.

4. A guided tour of the museum: A group of visually impaired children
participated in a guided tour of the Royal Jewelry Palace, where they
explored the displayed artifacts through simplified explanations and
read descriptions of some models in Braille.Inner Wheel members
accompanied the girls during the tour, engaged in conversations, and
fostered a sense of interaction and solidarity.

The event was graced attended by Dr. Mervat El-Ezzouni, D95 Chairman and
Dr. Amel El-Ghitany El-Ghaitan D95 Webmaster.The initiative reflected a
strong spirit of community solidarity and emphasized the importance of
supporting and integrating individuals with visual impairments into
society.