S04E01 - Transforming Educational Support for Dyslexic Learners

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Mental Health AE

MentalHealth AE

45 episodes

5 days ago

MHAE is a UAE based mental health and wellness initiative, with the aim to create awareness and provide a safe space as well as access to information and resources. Follow us on our Instagram and check out our website. https://mentalhealth.ae/ https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthae/

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S04E01 - Transforming Educational Support for Dyslexic Learners - Rehab

Mental Health AE

39 minutes 14 seconds

1 year ago

S04E01 - Transforming Educational Support for Dyslexic Learners - Rehab

In this episode, Ali Khawaja hosts Rehab Shahbal, founder and CEO of DYStinct Learners, an online center that provides support for children with dyslexia and other learning challenges. Rehab shares her journey from a high-ranking corporate role to establishing a center dedicated to personalized learning support after her son was diagnosed with dyslexia. She discusses the emotional impact of navigating stigma and advocating for her child’s needs, underscoring the importance of parental involvement and research-backed educational methods.

Rehab explains the services offered by DYStinct Learners, including tailored assessments, remediation, and diagnostic evaluations. She highlights the challenges parents face in securing effective educational support, the need for community awareness, and the evolving inclusion policies in the UAE. The conversation also addresses financial and institutional obstacles, encouraging a community approach for collective progress. Rehab’s story is a powerful reminder that every child deserves an education suited to their needs and abilities. She emphasizes that it’s never too late to start helping children learn in the way that’s right for them.

#DyslexiaSupport #SpecialEducation #InclusiveEducation #DistinctLearners #LearningDisabilities #ParentalAdvocacy #EducationReform #CommunitySupport

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