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Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024
This year’s theme for International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD) is “Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future.”
September Training for Inclusion First Phase-Out PO’s
We focused on essential topics around safeguarding practices to keep our communities safe for children and youngsters with disabilities, empowering economic independence through cooperative groups, and strengthening financial management for sustainable impact.
Staff Resumption Training 2024/2025: Preparing for a New Academic Year
The purpose of this event was to improve educators’ capacity to serve students with all abilities and to provide them with solutions for the upcoming academic year.
Colouring Outside the Lines; Celebrating Inclusive Arts
The exhibition celebrated the creativity and resilience of individuals with all abilities. The event aimed to promote inclusivity in the arts and foster collaboration between artists with disabilities and the broader art community.
Inclusive African Children’s Runway 2024 ; Celebrating Disability Inclusion and Cultural Diversity at the Inclusive African Children’s Runway!
Children of all abilities came together to shine, showcasing traditional Nigerian and African attire and their incredible talents.
REFLECTING ON WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY: THE ENGRACED ONES AT THE NDSS ADVOCACY CONFERENCE
We are honored to have been a part of this gathering of stakeholders to support inclusion, celebrate diversity, and fight for the rights of people with Down syndrome.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 21
In the past 20 days, we’ve had conversations about Down Syndrome. We told you ways to identify and manage it.
In summary, DS is the most common chromosomal disorder. It is not a disease, neither is it hereditary.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 20
You know what? Caring for our loved ones who are different from us requires 5 key ingredients – love, patience, knowledge, a willing mind, and above all, God.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 19
What supports are available for persons with Down Syndrome? Today we will let picture enlightened you. #WDSD2024 #EndTheStereotypes #Parenting #Advocacy #DownSyndromeAwareness #Engracedones #Nigeria +2
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 18
Our children with chromosomal variations are gaining visibility. Grace is at work in them!!!
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 16
It is possible for both conditions to co-exist in an individual. Co-mobidity means that one individual can exhibit traits of several conditions even though one is likely to be prevalent.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 15
At the moment, there are records of DS – DS marriages as well as persons with DS getting hooked to neurotypical partners.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 14
Often times, people with Down syndrome are denied opportunity to try new things because of negative perceptions and impossibility/fixed mindsets of those around them.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 13
Younger women have DS births as well as older women. Statistically, about 80% of babies with DS are born to women under age 35 years. This is because it falls within the active years for childbirths.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 12
While most people with the condition live in their homes in Nigeria, depending on severity, of course, abroad, they live either in supported Community Homes, with their parents, or independently.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 11
Down syndrome is not a disease, and people living with the condition do not always die young. The condition predisposes people to several ailments, but that is not to say they are sick. They could be very healthy.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY
Oftentimes, people with DS are happy and pleasant to be with. They are the light of a party and anywhere they are. It is true that they may not understand sarcasm, but it is certainly absurd to assume they are always happy. They show emotions such as anger, excitement, irritability, and happiness. They are, in most cases, sensitive, sensible, and self-aware.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 9
Agreeably, individuals living with this condition are cognitively challenged and slow in learning in comparison with their neurotypical peers. We must realize that learning in itself has a broad definition. Learning is beyond academics. Sports, Arts, photography, and theatre are a few creative ways in which learning has expression. It would be a grave error to generalize that people with DS are mentally retarded or cannot learn.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 8
In time past, people who lived with DS were either institutionalized or hidden away from the public. This may be one of the reasons why it looked like it was a rare condition.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 7
A stereotype is a preconceived idea or set of ideas that applies to groups of people, places, or situations.
They’re often simple, generalized, or exaggerated ideas like thinking all girls like pink or all boys like sports. They can be about anything—race, age, religion, you name it! They do not capture the full picture of who people really are.
Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024
This year’s theme for International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD) is “Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future.”
September Training for Inclusion First Phase-Out PO’s
We focused on essential topics around safeguarding practices to keep our communities safe for children and youngsters with disabilities, empowering economic independence through cooperative groups, and strengthening financial management for sustainable impact.
Staff Resumption Training 2024/2025: Preparing for a New Academic Year
The purpose of this event was to improve educators’ capacity to serve students with all abilities and to provide them with solutions for the upcoming academic year.
Colouring Outside the Lines; Celebrating Inclusive Arts
The exhibition celebrated the creativity and resilience of individuals with all abilities. The event aimed to promote inclusivity in the arts and foster collaboration between artists with disabilities and the broader art community.
Inclusive African Children’s Runway 2024 ; Celebrating Disability Inclusion and Cultural Diversity at the Inclusive African Children’s Runway!
Children of all abilities came together to shine, showcasing traditional Nigerian and African attire and their incredible talents.
REFLECTING ON WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY: THE ENGRACED ONES AT THE NDSS ADVOCACY CONFERENCE
We are honored to have been a part of this gathering of stakeholders to support inclusion, celebrate diversity, and fight for the rights of people with Down syndrome.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 21
In the past 20 days, we’ve had conversations about Down Syndrome. We told you ways to identify and manage it.
In summary, DS is the most common chromosomal disorder. It is not a disease, neither is it hereditary.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 20
You know what? Caring for our loved ones who are different from us requires 5 key ingredients – love, patience, knowledge, a willing mind, and above all, God.
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 19
What supports are available for persons with Down Syndrome? Today we will let...
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS; DAY 18
Our children with chromosomal variations are gaining visibility. Grace is at work in them!!!
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Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024
This year’s theme for International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD) is “Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future.”
September Training for Inclusion First Phase-Out PO’s
We focused on essential topics around safeguarding practices to keep our communities safe for children and youngsters with disabilities, empowering economic independence through cooperative groups, and strengthening financial management for sustainable impact.
Staff Resumption Training 2024/2025: Preparing for a New Academic Year
The purpose of this event was to improve educators’ capacity to serve students with all abilities and to provide them with solutions for the upcoming academic year.
The Engraced Ones
We’re neither attention seekers, noise makers, nor trouble makers.
We are a voice for the vulnerable.
The Engraced Ones in Pictures: Advocating for Cerebral Palsy Awareness
In our latest blog post, we are excited to introduce "The Engraced Ones in Pictures," a comprehensive PDF that showcases who we are and the impactful work we do. This document is a visual journey into our advocacy initiative, filled with empowering knowledge about...
Inclusion first project
Ever heard of the Inclusion First Project? This is a special initiative by Liliane Fonds under the supervision of The Leprosy Mission Nigeria to promote all-round inclusion and financial independence amongst families with PWDs. The Engraced Ones are privileged to be...
FEATURED ON ACNN: DISABILITY VOICE EPISODE 13 – CEREBRAL PALSY AND DOWN SYNDROME
Our Convener, Biby Yinkere was invited a few months ago to shed more light on Cerebral palsy and Down syndrome. Watch the video here:
6th Annual Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome Prayer Advocacy Walk
Ahead of our 6th Annual cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome advocacy walk, we visited Lampstand Academy Adobe Karu L.G.A of Nasarawa state. We sensitized the school community on Cerebral palsy. Here's a video from that sensitization exercise Watch here:...
6th Annual Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome Prayer Advocacy Walk
It’s that time of the year again, and we couldn’t be more excited to invite you to our 6th Annual Engraced Ones Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome Advocacy Walk. Mark your calendars for September 30th, as we come together to make a difference in the lives of those living with Cerebral Palsy.
African Inclusive Children Runway
When the Lord gives you a vision He gives you people to power it! Behold my beautiful sisters whom He used to make the Inclusive African Runway 2023 a reality. Inemesit Asher Emmanuel Founder Grooming Boys to Real Men Initiative. Triumph Adekunle, Founder Teeiconic...
African Inclusive Children Runway
What's on my mind??? There's actually so much I don't know where to start from. 30th April, 2023 will forever stand out in my heart. Let me start by sharing a report from the Qualitative Magazine (a high-profile plug-in disability news reporting in Nigeria). Engraced...
May Edition: Engraced Monthly Prayer Meeting
Join us this Saturday 27th May for our monthly prayer meeting. See the flyer for more details.
May 2023 Edition: Talk Session with Children and Teens
Meet our hosts and panelists:
May 2023 Edition: Talk Session with Children and Teens
Be part of this! Yes we're having a change of governance in a few days but hey, that's not all that's changing. Our children feel the need to make inputs in the coming dispensation. Tonight at 7pm Nigerian Time they would be making some bold statements on the...
Happy Workers’ Day 2023
'Today, we celebrate the power of collective action and the achievements of the labor movement. May we never forget the importance of workers' rights and the fight for social and economic justice. Happy Labour Day to all those who wake up early, work hard and never...
MARCH 21: WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY
Happy World Down syndrome Day!!! Why do we wear coloured mismatched socks? People with DS may look different but they are beautiful and useful to the society. We don't all have to be 'regular' people to we? Still on World Down syndrome Day Celebrations...thanks to NTA...
FEATURED ON MAGAZINE : Sports activities necessary in developing children with special needs, school officials say
SCHOOL officials say sports activities are necessary to help in developing children with special needs, urging government organs to organise and sponsor competitions for them. Biboara Yinkere, Director of Gracelane Miracle Inclusive School in Abuja, told the News...
A one-day sensitization workshop themed, With us not for us; the role of the community in ensuring the all-round inclusion of the special child.
This community-based sensitization approach is aimed at informing and enlightening the community on the need to embrace Inclusion at all levels. Every child is unique and endowed with specific gifts and areas of individual excellence. Resultant is that they must be accepted as they are, and completely absorbed into all facets of societal engagements regardless of their capacity or lack of.
Valentine’s Day 2023
Thank you for all the love you have shown our adorables in the past years, we want to say WE LOVE YOU! Happy Valentine's Day!
International Day of Education
Today, Nigeria joined the rest of the world to mark The International Day of Education. January 24 every year is set aside by the UN to throw its searchlight on Education which is a human right, a public good, and a public responsibility.
Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024
This year’s theme for International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD) is “Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future.”
September Training for Inclusion First Phase-Out PO’s
We focused on essential topics around safeguarding practices to keep our communities safe for children and youngsters with disabilities, empowering economic independence through cooperative groups, and strengthening financial management for sustainable impact.
Staff Resumption Training 2024/2025: Preparing for a New Academic Year
The purpose of this event was to improve educators’ capacity to serve students with all abilities and to provide them with solutions for the upcoming academic year.
The Engraced Ones
We’re neither attention seekers, noise makers, nor trouble makers.
We are a voice for the vulnerable.
The Engraced Ones in Pictures: Advocating for Cerebral Palsy Awareness
In our latest blog post, we are excited to introduce "The Engraced Ones in...
Inclusion first project
Ever heard of the Inclusion First Project? This is a special initiative by...
FEATURED ON ACNN: DISABILITY VOICE EPISODE 13 – CEREBRAL PALSY AND DOWN SYNDROME
Our Convener, Biby Yinkere was invited a few months ago to shed more light on Cerebral palsy and Down syndrome. Watch the video here:
6th Annual Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome Prayer Advocacy Walk
Ahead of our 6th Annual cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome advocacy walk, we...
6th Annual Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome Prayer Advocacy Walk
It’s that time of the year again, and we couldn’t be more excited to invite you to our 6th Annual Engraced Ones Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome Advocacy Walk. Mark your calendars for September 30th, as we come together to make a difference in the lives of those living with Cerebral Palsy.
African Inclusive Children Runway
When the Lord gives you a vision He gives you people to power it! Behold my...
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September Training for Inclusion First Phase-Out PO’s
We focused on essential topics around safeguarding practices to keep our communities safe for children and youngsters with disabilities, empowering economic independence through cooperative groups, and strengthening financial management for sustainable impact.
The Engraced Ones
We’re neither attention seekers, noise makers, nor trouble makers.
We are a voice for the vulnerable.
Colouring Outside the Lines; Celebrating Inclusive Arts
The exhibition celebrated the creativity and resilience of individuals with all abilities. The event aimed to promote inclusivity in the arts and foster collaboration between artists with disabilities and the broader art community.
Inclusive African Children’s Runway 2024 ; Celebrating Disability Inclusion and Cultural Diversity at the Inclusive African Children’s Runway!
Children of all abilities came together to shine, showcasing traditional Nigerian and African attire and their incredible talents.
REFLECTING ON WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY: THE ENGRACED ONES AT THE NDSS ADVOCACY CONFERENCE
We are honored to have been a part of this gathering of stakeholders to support inclusion, celebrate diversity, and fight for the rights of people with Down syndrome.
6th Annual Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome Prayer Advocacy Walk
Ahead of our 6th Annual cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome advocacy walk, we visited Lampstand Academy Adobe Karu L.G.A of Nasarawa state. We sensitized the school community on Cerebral palsy. Here's a video from that sensitization exercise Watch here:...
6th Annual Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome Prayer Advocacy Walk
It’s that time of the year again, and we couldn’t be more excited to invite you to our 6th Annual Engraced Ones Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome Advocacy Walk. Mark your calendars for September 30th, as we come together to make a difference in the lives of those living with Cerebral Palsy.
Inclusive African Children Runway 2023: 40 faces the world should look out for…
40 faces the world should look out for... Inclusion is beautiful!!! Photo session 1: Photo session 2: Photo session 3: Photo session...
May 2023 Edition: Talk Session with Children and Teens
Meet our hosts and panelists:
May 2023 Edition: Talk Session with Children and Teens
Be part of this! Yes we're having a change of governance in a few days but hey, that's not all that's changing. Our children feel the need to make inputs in the coming dispensation. Tonight at 7pm Nigerian Time they would be making some bold statements on the...
EVENT: FIRST EVER AFRICAN INCLUSIVE CHILDREN RUNWAY
We want to say A big Thank you to all our sponsors. God bless you immensely. Amen!
EVENT: FIRST EVER AFRICAN INCLUSIVE CHILDREN RUNWAY
THE ENGRACED ONES IN COLLABORATION WITH TEEICONIC STYLE AND GROOMING BOYS INITIATIVE INVITES YOU TO HER FIRST EVER AFRICAN-INCLUSIVE CHILDREN RUN WAY. Date: 30th April 2023 Time: 12pm prompt Please see the flyer below for more details
FEATURED ON MAGAZINE : Sports activities necessary in developing children with special needs, school officials say
SCHOOL officials say sports activities are necessary to help in developing children with special needs, urging government organs to organise and sponsor competitions for them. Biboara Yinkere, Director of Gracelane Miracle Inclusive School in Abuja, told the News...
The Engraced Monthly Training (February 2023)
Our monthly prayer meeting (February 2023)
Cerebral palsy 2022: HARVEST OF ADVOCATES
World Cerebral Palsy Day 2022 I caption this celebration, 'HARVEST OF ADVOCATES'. Because 6th October is set aside specially for adorables with CP, we set out to inform and enlist children, teachers, and non-academic staff of 7 schools across the FCT and Nasarawa...
Advocacy at Twinkle Toes School, Orozo.
We appreciate our daddy Mr. Boluade for this insightful advocacy at Twinkle Toes School, Orozo.
The Engraced road show 2022
More on the Engraced ones cerebral palsy awareness roadshow today in Abuja. #cpawareness #engracedones #patsilver
Patsilver team at the Engraced ones advocacy road show for Cerebral Palsy awareness
Patsilver team showed up for the Engraced ones advocacy road show for Cerebral Palsy awareness today and it was lit. October 6th is a day set aside by the UN assembly to celebrate and raise awareness on the impact of cerebral palsy on the affected individuals, their...
The Engraced Ones calls for Government Intervention on Cerebral palsy
Watch the full video of this event via the link below WATCH NOW