Jalandhar December 5 (Jaswinder Singh Azad)- Under the able guidance of Principal Prof. Dr. (Mrs.) Ajay Sareen, Freudian Psychological Society along with Drishti Technology Center (Cell for Physically Challenged Persons) observed World Disability Day. This year’s theme for International Day of Persons with Disabilities was “United in action to rescue and achieve the SDGs for, with, and by persons with disabilities”. Dr. Ashmeen Kaur, Head PG Department of Psychology delivered a talk to students of HMV Collegiate Senior Secondary School regarding this sensitive issue.
She talked about the level of sensitivity required to deal with persons with disabilities.
She also emphasized on the values of emotional intelligence, compassion and empathy.
She encouraged students to actively participate in the activities of Drishti Technology Center (Cell for Physically Challenged Persons) and Saksham, Punjab.
Dr. Ajay Sareen said that this day is observed to promote the full and equal participation of persons with disabilities
Principal of HMV Dr. Ajay Sareen said that this day is observed to promote the full and equal participation of persons with disabilities and to take action for the inclusion of persons with disabilities in all aspects of society and development.
She added that such events should be conducted in future also in order to create awareness among the students. Dr. Seema Marwaha, School Coordinator, Mrs. Arvinder Kaur, Incharge, Ms. Nidhi Sharma from Psychology Department were also present on this event.