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Organization: Ethiopian Deaf Community Empowerment Association (EDCEA)
Project title: Hearing Care for All: Empowering Families Through Community Awareness
Primary region: AFR
Country: Ethiopia
Event Description:
The Ethiopian Deaf Community Empowerment Association (EDCEA) is hosting a one-day event in Addis Ababa on March 3, 2025, to mark World Hearing Day. This event is all about empowering families of children with hearing impairments. We’ll offer Ethiopian Sign Language (EthSL) training, share practical advice on early intervention, and have open conversations about hearing care. The day will feature engaging workshops, heartwarming cultural performances by Deaf children, and an inspiring panel discussion with experts and members of the Deaf community. Families will also get hands-on demonstrations of assistive devices like hearing aids and cochlear implants, making these tools more accessible and understandable. Attendees will leave with useful materials and actionable steps to support their loved ones. This event aims to build a strong support network and create lasting change for a more inclusive community by bringing together families, educators, and healthcare providers.
Submitter: Eden Tesfahun