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Masaka Resource Centre for the Blind

Contacts: P.O Box 1527 Kigali Rwanda e-mail: masakarcb2@yahoo.com Tel: +2500783541044

About MRCB

The Masaka Resource Centre for the Blind

Rwanda Union of the blind (RUB) realized that it was necessary to provide training for Blind people to help them reintegrate themselves into the society. With assistance from the Swedish Handicap International Aid, now called MYRIGHT, in the year 2000 RUB established a centre for rehabilitation training located at Masaka sector, Kicukiro District in Kigali city. The centre is called MASAKA Resource Centre for the Blind (MRCB). Blind people are admitted at the centre from all over the country and they receive various forms of training for a period of six month, free of charge.

After this, some of them go home to resume normal life in the community, some rejoin schools and continue with the education while others return to their jobs or find new jobs.

The MRCB is the only centre in the country providing rehabilitation training for adults’ blind people.

It provides training in Orientation and Mobility, Activities of Daily living, Braille Literacy, Farming or Agriculture and Animal Husbandry.

With these skills, a blind person can comfortably join the mainstream society in a rural setting.

MISSION OF THE CENTRE

The mission is to work towards the improvement of the situation of blind people through education and rehabilitation. To facilitates meaningful equality and integration.

VISION OF THE CENTRE

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Service We Provide

Masaka Resource Centre for the Blind provide the following services:

Orientation and mobility

Orientation and Mobility (O&M) services are designed to help Persons with visual impairments gain independence and navigate their environment safely. These services are provided by trained professionals who teach them how to use their remaining senses, such as hearing and touch, to understand their surroundings and move around efficiently.

Reading and writing in Braille

Reading and writing in Braille is a crucial service provided to persons with visual impairments in order to help them access written information and communicate effectively. Braille is a tactile writing system that uses raised dots to represent letters and numbers, allowing persons with visual impairments to read and write.

Activities of Daily living skills (ADL)

For persons with visual impairment, ADL skills can be particularly challenging as their ability to navigate their environment and perform these tasks may be limited. In order to support them in developing and maintaining their ADL skills, specialized services are often provided.

Agriculture and animal husbandry

Agriculture and animal husbandry training services for persons with visual impairments aim to provide them with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the agricultural sector and care for animals effectively.

Sport and Leisure

Sports and leisure training services for persons with visual impairments involve providing specialized programs and support to help them participate in physical activities, sports, and recreational pursuits.

Massage Therapy

This training service may include hands-on instruction in massage techniques, anatomy, physiology, and other related subjects, as well as guidance on how to navigate the physical and logistical challenges of working in a massage therapy setting.

Our Counter

In Numbers

1000

+

Trained

30

Districts

14 +

Years of Experience

CALL TO ACTION

Embracing Diversity: Hiring Persons with Visual Impairments in the Workplace

Employers, we urge you to consider hiring persons with visual impairments for your workforce. These individuals are capable, talented, and motivated workers who can bring valuable skills and perspectives to your team.

Many persons with visual impairments have received specialized training and education to excel in various fields, including technology, customer service, administration, and more. With the right accommodations and support, they can perform their job duties just as effectively as their sighted colleagues.

By hiring persons with visual impairments, you not only create a more diverse and inclusive workplace but also tap into a pool of talent that is often overlooked. These individuals bring unique problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and resilience that can benefit your organization in numerous ways.

Furthermore, employing persons with visual impairments can help break down stereotypes and misconceptions about disability in the workplace. It sends a powerful message about equality, accessibility, and the value of diversity.

So, we encourage you to open your doors to persons with visual impairments and give them the opportunity to showcase their abilities. With the right support and accommodations, they can thrive in any role and make meaningful contributions to your business. Let’s work together to create a more inclusive and equitable workforce for all.

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