ICT hub launched to empower visually impaired students in Machakos
By
Citizen Reporter
Published on: November 16, 2024 12:00 (EAT)
A state-of-the-art ICT training center has been established at the Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind to equip visually impaired students with essential digital skills, enhancing inclusivity in education and preparing them for the modern job market.
The facility, a collaboration between the Chandaria Foundation and the institute, is equipped with assistive devices such as Orbit Readers, specialized software, scientific talking calculators, and Braille paper.
It aims to bridge the digital divide for students with visual impairments, aligning with the government’s broader goal of creating a digitally empowered workforce.
Dr. Priscilla Nduku Mutua, the institute’s Chief Principal, described the ICT center as a transformative space that breaks barriers for learners with disabilities.
“Lack of access to digital tools creates barriers to success. This facility ensures our students have the skills to thrive in today’s digital world,” she said.
Priti Chandaria, representing [...]