Awareness and inclusivity in Goa, the DOSTI way

Roxanne D'silva

DOSTI (Developing opportunities for Socialising, Togetherness, Inclusion) was a year-long program conducted by TIES (Towards Inclusion Everywhere in Society).

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It was organised in collaboration with Divya Sadan (a Caritas project) and Give Goa initiative by the Goa Institute of Management (GIM).

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The DOSTI program had 12 adults with intellectual disabilities (such as autism) and 3 resident members with special needs of Divya Sadan.

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6 students from GIM participated in a 6-month program, dedicating 20 Thursdays to it.

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The main objective was to help adults with disabilities to socialize with their neurotypical peers and to adapt to new places and people on a regular basis.

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The sessions included activities like art and craft, cooking, gardening, games, dance and movement as well as outdoor sessions at the Pilerne Heritage market, Serendipity festival etc.

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There was a video screening which showcased the various activities of the program as well as an interactive performance by all the participants.

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The DOSTI finale session was held as an Inclusion Day at Caculo Mall, Panjim, recently. It aimed at creating awareness and showcasing the success of the program.

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