I’ve published and sent invitations to collaborate the Group Aim and Objectives file for us to update. I’ve already sent you all the link but here it is again for your info. http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=ddqt2cm5_10hrkhskd6
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“My Proposed;
Group Aim
To support persons/families who have children with special needs.
Objectives
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To deal with disability issues in Maldives
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To work as a group in confronting government authorities regarding the ratification of the Convention of Rights for Persons with Disability
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To hold a monthly* meetings & evening social events.
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To bring carers/parents/PwD’s together to share experiences and reduce isolation.
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To have a contact list enabling members to support each other in-between meetings.
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To expand everyone’s knowledge of local and national services.
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To provide activities during school holidays.*
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Develop personal skills of carers/parents/PwD’s.
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Develop links with other parents support groups within islands and surrounding islands.
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Maintain safe environment for our children. Help relevant authorities put a Child Protection Plan in place.*(Why: Often CwD’s get abused and neglected so having a Child protection plan is extremely important.)
*We need to discuss these”