Keystone Education Society organises a skills and livelihood camp in Dimapur to empower Persons with Disabilities.
DIMAPUR — The Keystone Education Society organised a Vocational Skills and Livelihood Awareness Camp in Dimapur on August 8, aimed at empowering persons with disabilities (PwDs) through enhanced access to vocational training, employability, financial inclusion, and sustainable livelihood pathways.
According to an update, delivering the keynote address, State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities Tongpang L Jamir spoke on the importance of inclusive development and ensuring equal access to opportunities for PwDs.
The inaugural session was followed by three technical sessions covering key aspects of employment, financial inclusion, and livelihood development.
Cheenu Singh from the National Career Service Centre for Differently Abled (NCSCDA) spoke on "Employment opportunities and career planning for persons with disabilities", providing participants with insights into career pathways, employment opportunities, and available support mechanisms.
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Representatives from the State Bank of India Regional Business Office, Dimapur, Bikash Rai and Alila Ozukum, addressed "Financial inclusion, accessible banking, and credit facilities for self-employment", highlighting the importance of accessible financial services and credit support in enabling PwDs to pursue self-employment and entrepreneurial activities.
The Additional District Programme Manager of the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA), Dimapur, Yimok Phom, shared insights on "Self-employment and livelihood opportunities under the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM)", familiarising participants with livelihood opportunities and government-supported programmes.
Facilitators from Jan Shikshan Sansthan introduced vocational training opportunities in areas including embroidery, tailoring, and information technology.
Zeliang CodeTech presented on digital transformation and deep technology, highlighting how innovation and emerging technologies can be leveraged to promote greater accessibility and inclusion for PwDs. The team also demonstrated their range of technology-based products.
The session also featured Inaholi Zhimomi of Craftycrochet, who showcased crochet-based products and shared insights into creative entrepreneurship, and Tasensola Imsong of The D Baker, who spoke about her entrepreneurial journey in baking and small-business development.
Ensuring accessibility remained a key priority throughout the programme, with interpretation services provided in Indian Sign Language (ISL) and American Sign Language (ASL) to facilitate the full participation of attendees.
Participants from various institutions and organisations, including Deaf Biblical Ministry, Exodus Disabled People’s Organization, Prodigals’ Home, and Angel Home, attended the programme.