We Bring Quality Education Closer to
Children with Intellectual Disabilities
What We Do
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—Training for Teachers and Caregivers in Special and Inclusive Education
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— Consulting on Inclusive School Leadership and Special Needs Education
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— Advocacy and Policy Support for Inclusive Education Systems
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— Capacity Building for Government Institutions
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— Working with Parents and Communities
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— Facilitating Exchange Visits Between Special and Inclusive Schools
Training for Teachers and Caregivers in Special and Inclusive Education.
SpecialSkills provides expert training for teachers and caregivers in special and inclusive education, equipping them with the skills to support all learners. We specialize in the Curriculum for Learners with Intellectual Disabilities, helping educators adapt teaching methods, create supportive learning environments, and use evidence-based strategies in the classroom. Our practical, hands-on approach empowers teachers to ensure every learner can participate, learn, and thrive.
Consulting on Inclusive School Leadership and Special Needs Education
SpecialSkills supports head teachers in creating truly inclusive schools. We show how teachers need time, space, and materials to prepare quality lessons for all learners. Our approach emphasizes that the whole school community—teachers, staff, and families—plays a role in providing a safe, stimulating environment. Head teachers learn to lead inclusively, ensuring everyone is engaged and committed to supporting every child’s learning and well-being.
Advocacy and Policy Support for Inclusive Education Systems
Through advocacy and policy support, we engage with governments, schools, and communities to create frameworks, guidelines, and practices that guarantee every child has access to quality education. We help shape policies that recognize the rights of learners with diverse needs and provide practical strategies for schools to implement inclusive practices. By influencing decision-makers and raising awareness, we strive to build education systems where no child is left behind.
Capacity Building for Government Institutions
At SpecialSkills, we strengthen the capacity of government institutions to support inclusive education. We have trained district and sector officers on every child’s right to education and equipped Community Health Workers with the skills to identify children with disabilities early and refer them to appropriate services. By building knowledge and practical skills at multiple levels, we help create systems that ensure all children, regardless of ability, can access quality education and the support they need to thrive.
Working with Parents and Communities
At SpecialSkills, we have extensive experience working closely with parents and communities of children with disabilities. We listen carefully to parents’ experiences and stories, acknowledge their concerns, and support them in understanding that their child has the right to education. Through dialogue, awareness-raising, and trust-building, we help families and communities recognize the abilities and potential of children with disabilities and encourage their active inclusion in education and community life.
Facilitating Exchange Visits between Special and Inclusive Schools
SpecialSkills facilitates exchange visits between special schools and inclusive mainstream schools to promote mutual learning and collaboration. These visits create opportunities for teachers, school leaders, and support staff to share practical strategies, classroom approaches, and experiences in supporting learners with diverse needs. By fostering peer learning and reflection, exchange visits help schools strengthen inclusive practices and build a shared understanding of how to create supportive, learner-centered environments for all children.
"Achieving the Full Potential of Children with Intellectual Disabilities in Rwanda (2022-2024)"
During the three years of the project, we reached:
| Students | School Staff | Parents | Community Health Workers | District/Sector Officials |
| 353 | 80 | 420 | 151 | 321 |
