Spotlight on the Blind
Spotlight on the Blind is an interactive programme designed to develop empathy and foster inclusion. Through engaging activities and the sharing of experiences by blind facilitators, the programme will provide insights into the lives of the blind community and debunk stereotypes. Participants will be inspired by the accomplishments and resilience of the blind. They will also be motivated to apply what they have learnt to existing school programmes in the areas of innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership, in helping to build a more inclusive society.
Details
The in-person programme will be conducted in a suitable classroom with AV projection facilities. As a class (preferable class size of 20 - 25 students), participants will engage in videos, simulations, and discussions, all led by blind facilitators. The virtual programme will be conducted fully online via Zoom. Following a brief introduction, participants will go into online breakout rooms where they will engage in videos, simulations and discussions, all led by blind facilitators.
Learning Objectives
Participants will be:
- More aware of and empathetic to the challenges faced by the blind community.
- Inspired by the accomplishments and resilience of people who are blind.
- Encouraged to think about what they can do to be more inclusive.
Target Audience: Primary 5- P6 students, Secondary 1- 4/5 students, Post Secondary (JC/ Poly/ ITE)
Runtime: All year round
Fee: Students: $12 ($12.96 after GST) for online, $18 ($19.44 after GST) for in-person
Adult: $20 ($21.60 after GST) for online, $50 ($54 after GST) for in-person
Modality: In-person, Virtual
Duration of Session: 1h 15 mins (virtual) or 1h 30 mins (in-person)
Capacity: Virtual: Minimum 30 pax for students, minimum 20 pax for adults
In-person: Minimum 40 pax for students, minimum 20 pax for adults
Website: https://www.np.edu.sg/didsg
Mode of registration: By email.
Due Date for registration: At least 2 weeks in advance
Contact: Email: didsg@np.edu.sg Tel: 64606222
A session of Spotlight on the Blind over Zoom
After an enriching
session led by our blind guide
“Our students enjoyed the programme and were fully engaged! I am heartened that it builds students’ awareness, understanding, as well as empathy towards the visually impaired.”
-Teacher, Spectra Sec School
“Fantastic effort to convert a physical session into an online session.”
-Senior Counsellor, Ngee Ann Polytechnic
“The session was great! I appreciate how intentionally the activities were designed to create an immersive experience.”
-Senior Course Manager, Skillseed Singapore