On March 3rd, the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities marked World Hearing Day, emphasizing the importance of hearing health awareness and care. Here is a blog post highlighting the various initiatives undertaken to promote this cause:
National Institutes and Regional Centers’ Initiatives
Under the Department’s guidance, National institutes and Regional Centers orchestrated a series of awareness programs. The Ali Yavar Jung National Institute of Speech and Hearing Disabilities in Mumbai offered free hearing screenings for individuals of all ages, facilitating crucial hearing assessments. Additionally, NI NIEPMD in Chennai provided training to Airport authorities at Chennai Airport to enhance awareness.
Online Seminars and Awareness Campaigns
Regional Centers like CRC Chhatarpur and CRC Nagpur conducted online seminars, awareness rallies, and competitions to educate the public on hearing impairment. CRC Chhatarpur hosted a webinar focusing on the pivotal role of audiologists in hearing health, while CRC Nagpur emphasized hearing care, dispelled misconceptions, and advocated for hearing hygiene.
Diverse Outreach Efforts
To engage diverse audiences, CRC Rajnandgaon organized an awareness rally with a drawing competition and a hearing aid distribution program. Similarly, Shantiniketan Ratanpally in Birbhum showcased various activities such as banner displays, dance performances, and poetry recitations by students.
Collaborative Awareness Programs
CRC Davanagere, CRC Lucknow, and CRC Bhopal actively participated in organizing awareness-related events on World Hearing Day. These collective efforts aim to dispel myths around hearing impairment and highlight the importance of awareness and access to hearing aids.
Building an Inclusive Society
The overarching goal is to foster an inclusive society that supports individuals in overcoming hearing challenges. By promoting complete development and transcending obstacles, these initiatives seek to empower individuals and strengthen communities. World Hearing Day serves as a global reminder of the significance of universal access to hearing care and awareness.
Through these concerted efforts, the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities and its affiliates are driving impactful change towards a world where everyone can benefit from hearing health awareness and support.