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Learning Disabilities Awareness Month 2024
Learning Disabilities Awareness Month 2024

Learning Disabilities Awareness Month 2024

October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about learning disabilities and the challenges faced by individuals who live with them. It’s an opportunity to promote understanding, support, and advocacy for those with learning differences, [Read More]

2024-10-11T16:44:31+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Awareness, Learning Disabilities|Tags: Advocacy, dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, Early Identification, Inclusion, Individualized Learning Plans, Learning Disabilities, Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, Special Education|0 Comments

Embracing Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Celebrating Abilities, Promoting Inclusion
Embracing Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Celebrating Abilities, Promoting Inclusion

Embracing Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Celebrating Abilities, Promoting Inclusion

October marks Down Syndrome Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the abilities, accomplishments, and potential of individuals with Down Syndrome. It is also a great opportunity to raise awareness about this genetic condition, promote inclusion, and support the rights [Read More]

2024-10-02T14:01:10+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Awareness, Down Syndrome|Tags: Advocacy, celebrating abilities, Down Syndrome, Down Syndrome achievements, Down Syndrome awareness, Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Early Intervention, Education, Inclusion, support for families|0 Comments

Understanding Down Syndrome in Cambodia: Challenges and Progress
Understanding Down Syndrome in Cambodia: Challenges and Progress

Understanding Down Syndrome in Cambodia: Challenges and Progress

Down Syndrome, a genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21, affects physical and intellectual development. In Cambodia, raising awareness and providing adequate support for individuals with Down Syndrome presents unique challenges and opportunities. This blog [Read More]

2024-05-25T09:50:51+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Awareness, Down Syndrome|Tags: Advocacy, awareness campaigns, Disabilities, Down Syndrome in Cambodia, genetic disorder, healthcare access, Inclusive Education, NGOs, social inclusion, support systems|0 Comments

Importance of Public Awareness for Autism in Cambodia
Importance of Public Awareness for Autism in Cambodia

Importance of Public Awareness for Autism in Cambodia

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that impacts a person's social communication, behavior, and sensory processing. While the exact prevalence of ASD in Cambodia remains unknown, estimates suggest it affects roughly 1% of the population, similar [Read More]

2025-01-21T11:51:13+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Autism, Awareness, Education|Tags: Advocacy, AUTISM, autism awareness cambodia, Autism Cambodia, behavior, early diagnosis, Early Intervention, Educational resources, neurodevelopmental condition, Occupational Therapy, Social Communication|0 Comments

Down Syndrome: Understanding the Condition
Down Syndrome: Understanding the Condition

Down Syndrome: Understanding the Condition

Down syndrome is a genetic condition that occurs when a person is born with an extra copy of chromosome 21. This results in a range of physical and intellectual features, including intellectual disability, developmental delay, and characteristic facial features. [Read More]

2023-12-07T21:01:27+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Down Syndrome, Education|Tags: Advocacy, chromosome 21, Developmental Delay, Down Syndrome, Early Intervention, Intellectual Disability, karyotyping, NIPT, Resources, Special Education, Support Groups, trisomy 21|1 Comment

Special Education Day
Special Education Day

Special Education Day

Every year on December 2nd, we celebrate Special Education Day. This day serves as a reminder of the signing of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in 1975, a landmark legislation that guaranteed free and appropriate public education [Read More]

2023-12-12T10:19:47+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Education|Tags: Advocacy, Education, IDEA, Inclusion, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, progress, Special Education Day, Special Needs|0 Comments

Autism in Cambodia: Breaking Barriers and Building Understanding
Autism in Cambodia: Breaking Barriers and Building Understanding

Autism in Cambodia: Breaking Barriers and Building Understanding

In Cambodia, as in many other parts of the world, awareness and understanding of autism are evolving. However, there remain unique challenges and cultural nuances in recognizing and supporting individuals on the spectrum. Autism in Cambodia: Understanding the Landscape [Read More]

2023-11-15T08:57:52+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Autism|Tags: Advocacy, ASD, AUTISM, Autism awareness in Cambodia, Autism in Cambodia, Autism initiatives in Cambodia., Awareness, Cambodia, Cultural Understanding, Inclusion, neurodevelopmental disorder, Stigma, Support|0 Comments

The Role of Families in Supporting People with Autism
The Role of Families in Supporting People with Autism

The Role of Families in Supporting People with Autism

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior. People with ASD may have difficulty with social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. The role of families in supporting people with ASD is essential. Families can [Read More]

2025-05-14T15:28:47+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Asperger Syndrome, Autism|Tags: Advocacy, ASD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Early Intervention, Education, flexibility, love, patience, Positive Reinforcement, role model, Support Groups, Therapy, understanding|0 Comments

Happy International Youth Day: Empowering the Youth of Tomorrow
Happy International Youth Day: Empowering the Youth of Tomorrow

Happy International Youth Day: Empowering the Youth of Tomorrow

International Youth Day is celebrated every year on August 12th. The day was first proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1999, to recognize the importance of youth in the world. The theme for International Youth Day 2023 [Read More]

2023-08-12T09:51:34+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Autism, In the News, Personal Blog|Tags: Advocacy, changemakers, decision-making, Early Intervention Services, Education, education for all, inclusive schools, international youth day, rights of young people, skills, Special Needs, specialized support services, sustainable development, training, young people, youth empowerment|0 Comments

Learning Support for Students with Autism: What You Need to Know
Learning Support for Students with Autism: What You Need to Know

Learning Support for Students with Autism: What You Need to Know

In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of learning support for students with Autism (ASD), as well as some specific strategies that can be effective. We will also provide tips for parents and educators on how to [Read More]

2023-09-11T15:17:34+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Autism|Tags: Advocacy, AUTISM, Autism Learning Support, learning support, learning support autism, Learning Support Cambodia, Learning Support Phnom Penh, Special Education, students with autism|0 Comments