Odisha is home to 400,000 hearing-impaired individuals, facing communication barriers that limit their access to education and opportunities. Odisha Rising Foundation is breaking these barriers through its pioneering sign language training initiative. By empowering over 3,700 children, 800 teachers, and parents in 55 special schools, and creating a cadre of 100 proficient interpreters, the foundation aims to bridge the gap for the hearing impaired, enabling them to fully participate in society and lead independent, fulfilling lives.
The SANKETA: Mo-Bhasa Project, a collaborative initiative by the SSEPD Department, Government of Odisha, and the Ali Yavar Jung National Institute of Speech and Hearing Disabilities, aims to promote Sign Language across the state. Through this program, teachers, parents, and students from 55 deaf schools will receive specialized training. Over 800 teachers and 4,000 parents will be trained, empowering them to communicate effectively with hearing-impaired children and breaking down communication barriers. This comprehensive training will foster a more inclusive environment, ensuring better education and support for the hearing-impaired community across Odisha.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of the hearing-impaired community? Do you want to learn a new skill that not only enhances your communication abilities but also empowers others?
Odisha Rising Foundation, Bhubaneswar in collaboration with the Government of Odisha’s Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEDP) Department and the Ali Yavar Jung National Institute of Speech and Hearing Disabilities, is proud to offer a free 3-month Sign Language course designed just for you!
About the Program
This comprehensive Sign Language course is tailored to meet
the growing need for skilled interpreters in Odisha, who can support the
hearing-impaired community in Odisha. Over the span of three months,
participants will gain a deep understanding of Indian Sign Language (ISL) and
develop the skills required to become proficient sign language interpreters.
The course is designed to be accessible to everyone, whether you’re a student,
working professional, or simply someone eager to learn and contribute to the
community.
What You Will Learn
Program Details:
Duration: 3 Months
Start Date: September Onwards
Mode: Offline (with on-field experience)
Certification: Upon successful completion
Don’t miss this chance to be part of a movement that empowers both you and the community. Become a bridge of communication for the hearing-impaired, and make a lasting difference in Odisha.
Dr Patnaik has exhibited extensive trans-national exposure and has been associated with several multilateral organizations like the International Organization for Educational Development, the World Human Rights Council, Confederation of Education Excellence etc. He has been regularly designing several Skill development Training Programmes for students, corporate executives and Government officials in India and abroad.
He became the Pro Chancellor of Singhania University and Secretary General of Confederation of Indian Universities an inter-exchange and research forum of Indian Varsities.
His expertise in education has created a platform to advise many esteemed organizations like The British Medical Journal; Advisor, Pharmaceutical Advisory forum, Government of India, Aptech Computer Education; Society of Business Practitioners, England; ICFAI University Projects and International Management Centre, Australia,Vice Chancellor of Kalinga University, Raipur for two tenures. Currently Dr Patnaik is Vice Chancellor ICFAI University Sikkim.
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With learning, I have been learning 3 new skills every month for the past 3 years. I frequently write about learning in SkillUp Ed and in SkillUp Academy. At SkillUp Academy, I’m the founder and the head researcher and writer. I frequently organize learning workshops both for businesses and individuals and speak at internal and public events.
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Sagar has studied Corporate Social Responsibility from HCL Academy, Public Health Crisis from The John Hopkins University through Coursera, Sustainability in Indian Context from Azim Premji University, NGO Management from CII-CISM, The Meridian – A Leadership Course by Common Purpose, Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application and a Commerce graduate. A social entrepreneur by nature, loves social adventure which he started during his young days as a volunteer and continuing the journey thus far. He is determine to make social equity and equality – accessible to the poorest of the poor.
He shares his expertise with grassroots NGOs across India as an Impact & Fundraising Consultant and as a Sustainability Policy Advisor. He sits in the Board of reputed organisations namely -Climate Change A Reality Foundation (CCARF), Kalinga Innovation Foundation & Operation Sahay Foundation(OSF). He is an active volunteer and have travelled extensively in the US, Europe and Asia Pacific to create a community of innovators and strengthen social entrepreneurs to make this planet a better place for all.
Sagar has studied Corporate Social Responsibility from HCL Academy,
Public Health Crisis from The John Hopkins University through Coursera, Sustainability in Indian Context from Azim Premji University, completed a Course on NGO Management in CII-CISM, The Meridian – A Leadership Course by Common Purpose, Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application and a Commerce graduate. A social entrepreneur by nature, loves social adventure which he started during his young days as a volunteer and continuing the journey thus far. He is determine to make social equity and equality – accessible to the poorest of the poor.
He shares his expertise with other NGOs across India as an Impact & Fundraising Consultant and as a Sustainability Policy Advisor especially with the grassroot voluntary organizations. Currently he seats in the Board of reputed organizations namely -Climate Change A Reality Foundation (CCARF) & Operation Sahay Foundation(OSF). He is an active volunteer and have travelled extensively in the US, Europe and Asia Pacific to create a community of innovators and strengthen social entrepreneurs to make this planet a better place to live in.