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Sharjah 24
14 hours ago
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- Sharjah 24
Sharjah Centre for Learning Difficulties launches 2025 programme
The programme focuses on "life skills", a strategic priority for this group, aiming to create synergy between the school, the centre, and the student. The goal is to meet parents' aspirations to see their children become more independent, confident, and capable of managing daily life and overcoming challenges positively . A qualitative leap in training Dr Hanadi Al Suwaidi, Director of the Sharjah Centre for Learning Difficulties, confirmed that this year's programme marks a qualitative shift in the services offered, building on past successes and enabling the centre to offer more specialised and in-depth summer programmes. The training team is concentrating efforts on a crucial age group for personality development, and the focus on life skills represents a strategic step towards bridging academic knowledge with practical application . Dr Hanadi also stressed that partnership with parents is a key pillar of the programme, where families and trainers work together to ensure the ongoing application of these skills at home, creating a supportive environment for student growth. She called on families to support their children and contribute to the programme's success, which invests in building an independent and capable generation . 36 training hours The programme offers 20 participating students a rich experience over nine days, totalling 36 training hours that combine interactive workshops and educational field trips. The activities include sessions on personal skills, self-advocacy, Emirati etiquette, healthy nutrition, home skills, social interaction, and financial management. It also features sessions for parents, such as "play therapy" and "healthy nutrition" workshops, to strengthen their role in supporting their children . Activities will take place at the Sharjah Education Academy daily from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm during the programme period, concluding with a graduation project and a closing ceremony for participants . The Sharjah Centre for Learning Difficulties, operating under the umbrella of Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services, is a leading institution dedicated to providing educational and training support for students with learning difficulties and their families. The centre aims to empower its students through the latest educational and psychological practices, raise awareness about learning difficulties, and help build an inclusive society with equal opportunities for all .
Gulf Today
08-05-2025
- General
- Gulf Today
SCLD takes part in Learning Difficulties meet in Amman
The Sharjah Center for Learning Difficulties (SCLD) participated in the 2nd International Scientific Conference on Learning Difficulties, hosted in Amman, Jordan from May 6-8, 2025. The centre's delegation visited the Jordanian capital as part of an official mission to strengthen international cooperation, exchange advanced expertise, and explore the latest developments in diagnosing and supporting individuals with learning difficulties. Led by Dr Hanadi Al Suwaidi, Director of the centre, the visit saw the signing of a cooperation agreement with Princess Tharwat University College. The agreement aims to promote collaboration in various areas, including academic and training exchanges, curriculum development, and practical training opportunities for college students at the Centre. It also encompasses joint research projects that contribute to the field and enhance shared knowledge. A key element of the agreement is the joint development of a unified and comprehensive diagnostic and assessment battery tailored to local and regional needs. This will provide reliable and standardised tools to improve the accuracy of diagnoses and identify individual support requirements, enabling the design of effective and targeted intervention and rehabilitation plans. In her address at the conference, Dr Hanadi emphasised that hosting such an event under the theme Current challenges and future solutions – with the participation of leading experts, specialists and stakeholders – demonstrates a collective commitment to building a solid, inclusive education system for individuals with learning difficulties. 'We must open windows of hope for them, providing genuine support in an educational environment that respects their differences, nurtures their capabilities, and refines their skills,' she said. She described the conference as a key opportunity for experience sharing, collaborative thinking, and the formulation of realistic and ambitious recommendations supported by both scientific and practical solutions. Dr Hanadi added, 'We are gathered here today because we believe that every child has the right to education. Learning difficulties are a contemporary issue affecting a large segment of our students-children with hidden potential that often remains untapped unless they are given an environment that addresses all their needs.' She stressed that the issue extends beyond education and represents a humanitarian cause that demands broad societal awareness and genuine cooperation among relevant sectors. She reaffirmed the Centre's commitment to supporting individuals with learning difficulties, highlighting that since its founding eight years ago, the Centre has achieved numerous local, regional and international milestones. During the conference, the centre's delegation presented a paper titled Sharjah Centre for Learning Difficulties: A Model Institution, outlining the centre's services, programmes, and achievements. These include promoting scientific awareness, comprehensive assessment of individuals with learning difficulties, evaluating educational institutions, and training and qualifying specialised professionals. The visit also featured field tours to several institutions, including Al-Bunayat Centre for Special Education, Princess Tharwat University College, and the National Centre for Learning Difficulties. These visits aimed to deepen technical and professional exchange, explore future collaboration, and discuss shared projects that advance the field. Delegates exchanged insights on best practices in delivering support services and specialised rehabilitation programmes for children with learning difficulties. Recently, the SCLD officially inaugurated the fourth edition of its Learning Disabilities Conference, themed 'Shared Challenges, Innovative Solutions.' The conference focused on four main topics: assessment and diagnosis, scientific and technological research, support and empowerment, and educational interventions. Discussions were held through 20 scientific papers and four workshops led by experts from various countries. The initiative focused on investigating innovative strategies and tools for the diagnosis and support of students with learning disabilities, both locally and globally. It sought to improve the quality of programmes for preparing and training teachers of students with learning disabilities in the educational field. WAM
Gulf Today
29-04-2025
- Health
- Gulf Today
Sharjah unveils UAE's first comprehensive guide on learning disabilities and ADHD
In a landmark initiative reinforcing Sharjah's commitment to inclusive education, the Sharjah Center for Learning Disabilities has unveiled the UAE's first comprehensive guide addressing learning disabilities and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Titled "Integrated Services for Learning Disabilities and ADHD: Standards and Procedures," the pioneering publication was launched during a ceremony today at the Sharjah Education Academy in the presence of senior officials and education experts. A National Reference Framework The integrated guide for learning disabilities and ADHD represents years of dedicated effort and serves as the UAE's first standardised reference unifying concepts and practices for learning disabilities and ADHD. The guide is an essential tool and resource for all teachers, psychologists, parents, and healthcare/education professionals. The guide is a science-based roadmap covering early challenge identification, diagnostic procedures, personalised intervention plans, effective educational models, behaviour modification techniques and offers both classroom and home support strategies. Key Features The guide draws from extensive global research reviews and offers practical focus with the help of real case studies and adaptable education plans. The book helps with local adaptation tailoring international best practices to UAE contexts. Speaking on the occasion, HE Sheikha Jamila bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, President of Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services, emphasised: "This first-of-its-kind guide embodies Sharjah's vision to empower individuals with learning challenges through innovative solutions. It represents a qualitative leap in creating equal opportunities for growth and community participation." Dr. Hanadi Al Suwaidi, Director of the Sharjah Center for Learning Disabilities, noted: "This isn't just an informational project—it's a vital response to real educational needs. The guide bridges the gap between academic knowledge and practical application, offering simplified yet professional guidance." Global expertise, local applicability The initiative seeks to standardise support approaches across UAE institutions by empowering educators with progressive classroom strategies, engaging families in educational and therapeutic planning and combining global expertise with local applicability. The guide is now available for integration into teacher training programs and as a key reference for UAE education policies supporting students with learning differences.
