The Islamic University of Gaza signed a cooperation agreement with the social care and rehabilitation department in the Ministry of Social Development. This is a first step towards promoting the services that people with disabilities receive. The two institutions investigated various issues related to people with disabilities and suggested ways of collaboration to improve different aspects of their lives.
Both sides will exchange knowledge and experience at the vocational and technical levels and thus enhance life quality and provide better job opportunities for the target group. In order to facilitate adequate services for people with disabilities, a system has been designed and will be used to identify IUG students’ disability levels. The plan afterward is to link them to the government database.
Hopefully, this agreement will positively influence people as it promotes the rights of people with disabilities and helps them integrate effectively with the Palestinian community.
Two representative teams attended the signing ceremony.
IUG participants included Prof. Mosheer Amer, Dean of Community Service for Continuing Education Center at the Islamic University; Dr. Rawya Awadallah, Vice Dean of Community Service for Continuing Education Center; Dr. Bahaa El-Din Sarhan, Director of Disability and Integration Services Center; and Dr. Nesma Al-Ghoula, Coordinator of the Center.
“We are committed to offering generous support and better educational services for people with disabilities. Their future matters,” said Professor Amer.
On the other hand, Dr. Muhammad Abu Ghneim, Social Care and Rehabilitation CEO; Dr. Basil Abed, Head of Disability Cards Department; Mr. Ghassan Felfel, Head of the Rehabilitation Department; and Mr. Muhammad Al-Kahlout, Head of Guidance and Supervision Department, represented the Ministry of Social Development.
“Students with disabilities will benefit from the disability card since it offers specialized services. This cooperation will open opportunities for them to take part in workshops, trainings, and international events,” said Dr. Abu Ghneim.