BY PRISCA ROBIN
KUCHING: Efforts to empower visually impaired youth in Sarawak have been strengthened with the introduction of a specially designed inclusive module involving multiple stakeholders.
Women, Childhood and Community Well-being Development Deputy Minister Datuk Rosey Yunus said the Self-Empowerment Module for Visually Impaired Youth not only builds self-confidence among the visually impaired but also acts as a catalyst for public awareness of their potential.
“This module is specifically developed to guide this group in improving skills, expanding opportunities, and participating in various aspects of life.
“The development of the module took more than eight months and involved the participation of 21 visually impaired youth from the Sarawak Society for the Blind (SSB), along with parents, guardians, and social activists,” she said,
She said at the module’s launching ceremony held at the Sarawak State Library here today (Aug 23).
She added that the successful production of this module reflects strong collaboration between academia, NGOs, the government, and the community, demonstrating a model of inclusive partnership in Sarawak.
“We should be proud that the involvement of various parties has resulted in something relevant and impactful. Such a model should be expanded to ensure its benefits reach more widely,”she said.
Rosey also said the initiative aligned with the aspirations of the Post-COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, particularly under the pillar of Empowering Communities and Inclusivity for All.
“This initiative emphasises human capital development in line with economic and infrastructure progress.
“In addition, the module supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG 10, which focuses on reducing inequality, and SDG 16, which aims to build inclusive, peaceful, and resilient institutions,” she added.
