Dubai: New initiative teaches soft skills, self advocacy to children of determination

Dubai: New initiative teaches soft skills, self advocacy to children of determination

School representatives highlight that such sessions are important for children of determination to be introduced into the corporate world

Published: Thu 18 May 2023, 4:33 PM

More than 175 children of determination have recently been given tools that will help them achieve their personal and professional goals. The ‘Unstoppable: Determined to Rise’ initiative helped students from 7 special needs schools across the UAE by giving them resources to build self-confidence, develop skills to learn, grow, explore their potential, and most importantly empower themselves in leading independent lives.

The event by Century Financial was held as part of an annual cultural festival of BITS Pilani University in Dubai. It taught the youngsters tools such as individual vision boards, colouring manifestation cards, framing personal goals, and setting a timetable for their daily self-care routine.

Issac Kwabena Afreh Aboagya, Senior School Department at the Rashid Center for the People of Determination said such sessions filled him with hope that creating an inclusive work environment was possible. “The interactive work sessions conducted at the event has initiated them into journaling their thoughts, better understanding their personal and professional goals and empowering themselves through demonstrative and practical learning,” he said.

Issac Kwabena Afreh Aboagya

Participants from various schools across the UAE