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The education of the citizenry on COVID-19 measures is not inclusive of the needs of persons with IDDs.

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October 26, 2020
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The education of the citizenry on COVID-19 measures is not inclusive of the needs of persons with IDDs.

As I enter my final month in Ghana I look back on what a crazy, challenging and surreal experience I have been gifted with. The first thing I noticed is a culture of positivity and gratitude. It was so refreshing to be in a country where despite challenges faced in everyday living, they express gratitude for everything they do have and look forward to more blessings in their future. The most challenging and yet most exciting part is working at Woodfield Manor.

Here is a school in its fourth year. The pupil roll has increased from 23 to 30, which has created the development of the new building with more classrooms, a playroom, library and when complete there will be an assessment centre with the expertise of Speech and Language therapist, Physiotherapists, Occupational therapists and Psychologists. A pool has also been built to provide in-school therapy sessions and other school facilities are rapidly increasing.Our teachers and school team work hard to provide a meaningful education for our pupils. It has been interesting experiencing time leading a school where I do not speak the local languages & cultural views and practises can widely differ. It has taken time, patience and collaboration with all the team members to understand different viewpoints, however we are a working progress. I can see staff developing their skills supporting children physically and emotionally.

They are small steps to our great future. My favourite memories so far are the school team working together to make foo-foo and Jollof for our Christmas dinner. Of course I also had a turn, but will admit to us all sharing a laugh as I clearly did not have the strength or technique to last as long as the others! The meal, however, is still the best I’ve had in Ghana so far!

Of course the children are my other great memory. They are so welcoming and responsive to the interaction and play we share. I am proud, with our team, for the moment one of our girls who is pre-verbal and generally non responsive is now engaging with us through songs, has waved at staff members and on one day even said bye to her uncle! (of course she hasn’t spoken since and that’s ok). We celebrate that success with her. We celebrate all the moments our children share with us. This time at Woodfield Manor has been about teaching the education of love and connection. It is through love, presence and connection out children feel safe, develop confidence and grow as happy and healthy beings.

I thank everyone I have met in Ghana. You have all given me such blessings.

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