Youth and Sports Ministry to Introduce Rakan Muda Programme for Persons with Disabilities
The Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS) is set to introduce a Rakan Muda programme specifically for Persons with Disabilities (PwD). This initiative aims to provide opportunities for students to develop their talents, especially in sports.
Programme Details
The Rakan Muda PwD programme will be introduced alongside the inclusive skills training programme for youths with autism and special needs at 13 Institutes of Youth and Sports Skills Training (ILKBS). The programme aims to identify new sporting talents and potentially produce future paralympic athletes.
Inclusive Skills Education
The ministry expressed hope that the programme will continue to grow, inspiring more parents to have confidence and support special youths to achieve their true potential. Inclusive skills education fosters more independent individuals and contributes to the country’s sustainable economic growth.
Implementation and Progress
Since its introduction in 2018, 287 youths with autism and special needs have benefited from the programme, which is implemented across 13 ILKBS nationwide.
Minister’s Visit to IKTBN Sepang
Minister Hannah Yeoh visited the National Youth Higher Skills Institute (IKTBN) Sepang today to observe the implementation of an inclusive skills training programme for youths with autism and special needs. She highlighted the importance of providing sports facilities, such as a football field, for students to develop their skills.
Conclusion
The introduction of the Rakan Muda PwD programme is a significant step towards promoting inclusivity and equality in sports. By providing opportunities for Persons with Disabilities to develop their talents, the programme can potentially produce future paralympic athletes and contribute to the country’s economic growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Rakan Muda PwD programme?
A: The Rakan Muda PwD programme is a new initiative by the Youth and Sports Ministry to provide opportunities for Persons with Disabilities to develop their talents, especially in sports.
Q: When will the programme be introduced?
A: The programme will be introduced alongside the inclusive skills training programme for youths with autism and special needs at 13 Institutes of Youth and Sports Skills Training (ILKBS).
Q: What are the goals of the programme?
A: The programme aims to identify new sporting talents and potentially produce future paralympic athletes, while promoting inclusivity and equality in sports.