Ipalo Foundation has successfully concluded a two-week Basic Sign Language Training Program in Kalulushi, held as part of the Sign Language Awareness Month celebrations observed in September.
Made possible through the 2023 CDF Empowerment Program, the training brought together 35 participants, including teachers, nurses, physiotherapists, counselors, and community members, all eager to build stronger connections with the deaf community.
“We commend Ipalo Foundation for organizing this important training,” said Anthony Mwansa, ZAPD Copperbelt Provincial Coordinator. “Promoting inclusion and accessibility for persons with disabilities remains central to Government’s inclusive development agenda.”
Participants also formed a WhatsApp group, “Friends of Ipalo,” to keep sharing sign language materials and continue championing inclusion.
ZAPD celebrates this milestone toward a more inclusive Kalulushi, where everyone’s voice is seen and heard!