Sense International Uganda is part of Sense International, a global charity that supports people with Deafblindness and their families to Live, Learn & Thrive.
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Today, we mark one year of the Global Deafblindness Resource Hub, a year of learning, connection, and shared knowledge across the global deafblindness community.
#GlobalDeafblindnessResourceHub #Deafblindness #Inclusion #KnowledgeSharing #1YearOfImpact
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Advancing Inclusive Education Through Accessible Technology
Today, Sense International Uganda, in collaboration with @KiliBlind , officially handed over 3 Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculators and 13 Orbit Reader 20 devices to @kyambogou .
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These assistive technologies will support students with visual impairments to access learning materials, participate more independently in their studies, and thrive in higher education.
#InclusiveEducation #Accessibility #AssistiveTechnology #DisabilityInclusion #HigherEducation
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Accessibility should be built into technology from the start
Signvrse is creating AI-powered tools that transform websites, videos, and digital experiences into inclusive sign language experiences for Deaf communities.
Because inclusive technology creates opportunity for all
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To all the incredible mothers and mother figures at Sense International Uganda and beyond, thank you for your love, strength, and care. Your dedication continues to shape inclusive communities and brighter futures for children with disabilities.
Happy Mother’s Day
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Today, Sense International Uganda (SIU) attended the Family Fun & Art Day hosted by @Backup_Uganda at 7Hills International School. We were inspired by the beautiful artwork created by children, showing how art can be a powerful tool for expression and therapy.
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Just like Backup Uganda, SIU believes that every child can learn when given the opportunity and support to thrive.
#InclusiveEducation #DisabilityInclusion #EveryChildCanLearn #SIU
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Exciting Consultancy Opportunity!
Sense International is looking for an experienced East Africa Fundraising Consultant to support fundraising strategy development across Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Please see the attached link for full details.
drive.google.com/file/d/1GVJ…
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Happy Labour Day 🥳🎉
ALT A poster with pictures showing SIUs work. Wishing everyone a happy Labour Day, especially those that support in driving inclusion in the communities we work.
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“We support children right from their homes until they are enrolled in school. I encourage parents and caregivers to come to the therapy units and look for us—we are always available and ready to support every family that needs help.” Noah Zepha, Occupational Therapist
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“Sometimes you find a child who is ten years old and still cannot feed themselves, not because they cannot learn, but because support was not sought early. Change may come slowly, but with early intervention, it comes surely.” Joseph Kasujja, Occupational Therapist
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“As a young woman, once you discover that you are pregnant, it is very important to go to a health facility and begin antenatal care immediately. Many causes of deafblindness and other multisensory impairments can start as early as conception.” Dr. Faith - DHO Masaka
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Sense International Uganda retweeted
Tuli n'ekitongole ekya @SenseUganda nga boogera kunsonga yobulemu obutalabikirawo mangu gamba nga obutawulira nobutalaba.
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Join us on Buddu Radio this Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00 PM for an important conversation on Understanding Deafblindness and Multisensory Impairments in Children.
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Health experts and representatives from SIU will discuss signs, risk factors,& how early identification & intervention can change a child’s future.
Parents,Caregivers,Community Members, this show is for you. Tune in and be part of the conversation. Early action makes a difference
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Today, we mark one year of the Global Deafblindness Resource Hub, a year of learning, connection, and shared knowledge across the global deafblindness community.
#GlobalDeafblindnessResourceHub #Deafblindness #Inclusion #KnowledgeSharing #1YearOfImpact
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The stories from the Hub users remind us why the Hub exists: to connect, inform, and empower professionals, families, and advocates working with and for people with deafblindness.
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Thank you to everyone who has used, contributed to, and believed in the Hub. Here’s to many more years of impact, collaboration, and inclusive knowledge sharing.
Visit the hub today - deafblindness.info/
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SIU is conducting second-stage screenings for children identified with risk factors for deafblindness/multi-sensory impairment (MSI) across six districts.
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This critical step, led by Occupational Therapists (OTs) and health workers, helps ensure children are accurately assessed before enrolment into our Early Intervention Programme.
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