Bhubaneswar, 4th April: WorldAutism Awareness Day was observed today at KiiT International School –‘SEN Globe’. Joining the program as the Chief Guest, Shri Nityananda Gond, Minister for School andMass Education, ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward ClassesWelfare, and Social Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities,said that the initiative taken by KiiT International School SEN Globe forspecial students is highly appreciable.
He stated that Autism is not a disease but acondition. However, many inherent qualities remain hidden in such children.With proper cooperation and support from society, these qualities can benurtured and brought to the forefront.
Shri Gond emphasized the need for greater publicawareness in this regard. He also mentioned that the state government hasundertaken several skill development programs for the growth and empowerment ofsuch individuals. He further stated that every citizen should be aware of howpersons with special needs can live with dignity in society and receive equalrespect and rights.
Dr. AchyutaSamanta, Founder of KIIT& KISS said, time and patience are necessary for thedevelopment of every special child. Dr. Samanta thanked the staff andteachers of SEN Globe for their dedication to caring for thestudents. He added that the more time and patience given to these children, thebetter they will develop. The parents should be aware of this. Dr. Samanta alsomentioned that since SEN Globe is working in collaborationwith KiiT International School, thechildren are getting greater exposure.
The Chairperson of KIIT International School, Dr.Mona Lisa Bala, said that KiiTInternational School-SEN Globe has been managed with strong commitmentfor the last 12 years. She also informed that significant improvementshave been observed in the mental condition of three special students. They arenow pursuing their education with normal students. Dr. Sanjay Suar, Principal, delivered the voteof thanks. The program concluded with cultural performances presented by thestudents of SEN Globe.
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