Major (Rtd) Marsden Madoka, a trustee of NFDK, speaking at the institution today where he led the team in commissioning the classrooms, revealed the move is aimed at easing access to education for learners with disabilities.
Madoka urged parents in the area not to hide their children living with disabilities in their homes as NFDK is committed to continue to help them get their right to education just like any child in the country.
“We urge parents not to conceal their children’s disabilities but to bring them out so they can receive the necessary assistance. We are dedicated to assisting where there is need. Our investment in projects that generate income aims to provide sustainable support to the disabled community,” he said.
He pledged to provide wheelchairs, crutches and other essential items for learners in the school.
“We encourage individuals to seek assistance. We extend our support to the disabled community annually. The newly constructed classrooms and offices will benefit the entire sub-county,” he said.
At the same time, Hilda Ruto, the institution head teacher, said the new classrooms which are set to benefit about 70 learners will be a game changer as they have been facing challenges including inadequate infrastructure and reluctance by some parents to enroll their disabled children.
“Despite these challenges, we are committed to excellence. Parents often delay enrolling their children, depriving them of crucial educational opportunities,” said Ruto.
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