Project Coordinator: Prof. Sushil Kumar Goel
Edition: 2005
Publisher: Pandit Sunderlal Sharma Central Institute of Vocational Education, 131, Zone-II, M.P. Nagar, Bhopal 4620011
Price: Rs 138
This document presents a detailed picture of disability in a readily comprehensible, useful and supportive manner. It provides an overview of the historic developments, approaches, innovations and services in vocational education and training of persons with disabilities in the Indian context. The guide will be useful for conducting orientation program on vocational education in different areas of disabilities of teachers, teacher educators, parents, employers and the community at large. It also serves as an essential reference tool not only for professionals working in different areas of disability rehabilitation but also for policy planners and administrators.
Author: Dr. J.P. Singh,
Dr. M.K. Dash
Edition: 2005
Publisher: Rehabilitation Council Of India in association with Kanishka Publishers,
Distributors Availability: Kanishka Publishers, Distributors, 4697/5-21A, Ansari Road, Daryagunj, New Delhi 110002
Price: Rs 500
The book is a chronicle of steps that have been visualized and initiated by the Government Of India in the recent years. It is a compilation and collation of information made available by numerous agencies like National Institutions, Planning Commission, prominent NGO’S working in the disability sector, Ministries of Health and Family Welfare and Human Resource Development. It tries to highlight the enactments, policy formulation and follow-up steps that have been taken by various organs of the Government to fulfill the pronouncements made in various legislations enacted from time to time in the field of medical, educational, vocational psychosocial and attitudinal rehabilitation and integration of persons with disabilities within the society.
NAB Louis Braille Memorial Research Centre Library
Stories Of Uncommon Courage Of Blind Women Achievers. National Association For The Blind [India],Mumbai [in association with Spenta Media]. Pp. 88. Price Rs 100. availability: NAB Committee for Advancement of the Status of Blind Women, 11, Khan Abdul Gafar Khan Road, Worli Sea face, Mumbai 400030.
The book is also available in Braille and on Audio cassettes.
24 lives, 24 stories of courage, passion for work and an urge to defy destiny. “From Darkness To Light”—some of the most remarkable women in the fields of education, law, banking, psychology, social work, aerobics and the like, let you in to their lives, their struggles, their pain, their anguish and their triumph.
Each of the biographies begin with a motivating anecdote and unfolds a lifetime of determination, hard work, optimism and faith, wrapping it up on a positive futuristic note that leaves the reader with a broader prospective on life and living.
The book talks of women who did things differently so as to be treated the same as anyone else; so that they would experience the rigors of “Normal” everyday life and not have to be treated “Special”. Little do they know that they are creating history in their own quiet way. To cite a few examples: Ms. Sudha Patel Village Sarpanch Kheda District of Gujarat; Ms. Priti Singh aerobics instructor, Delhi; Ms. Priya seshadri, Artist, Banglore.
To get the true feel of the book and to let each life leave an imprint on you, I would suggest reading it little by little, though I must admit, once picked up, each page urges you to read on.
Ever wondered as to why all these women of varied careers and cultural backgrounds come under one cover? Well, other than their iron will and indomitable spirit, they share one more thing in common Visual Impairment.
But these extraordinary women have risen above all hurdles and insecurities. They have traveled from “Darkness To Light” triumphantly!
Teena Paul
Project Co-ordinator
Helen Keller Institute for Deaf and Deafblind
Williams and Wilkins, Baltimore/London. Pp XIX 473; price Rs 800. Availability: Book Base, 29, Kailas Niwas no. 1, R. B. Marg, Ghatkopar [East] Mumbai 400077.
The goal of this book is to provide a resource for a practical approach to the psychological aspect of chronic illness and physical disability.
The focus of the book is on “Problems” as opposed to diagnostic categories, since problems are most often identified as specific and/or urgent concerns. The problems of depression, pain or family problems are more frequently identified real concerns than the need to understand to all of the psychosocial problems that might arise in a given disability, for instance.
The first chapter highlights crucial yet complex role of behavioral issues in the physically disabled, the need to incorporate multiple model of behavior for better understanding and intervention, and the importance of good assessment for good management.
Section 1 clearly deals with behavioral problems.
Section 2 addresses the problems of sleep and pain, problems that are not always viewed from a psychosocial perspective.
Section 3 deals with disability and the problems of other systems.
Section 4 deals with behavior problem of disabled children. While this is only one chapter, it should be a book in itself. To the author’s credit, they provide solid overview and practical clinical help.
With only one or two exceptions, each chapter represents a completely fresh and first attempt to synthesize the problem in the context of disability.
The material presented will satisfy the needs of wide range of health discipline, medical practitioners and specialists, and has wide practical applications in general hospitals, mental helth settings, physical disability centers, and related programs.
The book would greatly assist many types of therapists and physicians in reducing the additional behavioral and emotional burdens imposed by physical impairments.
NAB Louis Braille Memorial Research Centre Library
published by Kanishka Publishers, Distributors, New Delhi; pp.271; price Rs 595
The book is about how technology has revolutionised education and training of the visually impaired. Blindness gives birth to many miseries and the myth about the incapacity of the visually impaired. The book explores this myth and gives a comprehensive international perspective of the technological developments that have helped to enhance greatly, the functional ability of the visually impaired. What’s latest on the Indian scenario has also been presented.
The Introductory chapter reviewing the concept and connotations of disability from impairment and handicap. The American and Indian definitions of disability have also been discussed in detail. An individual’s reaction to his blindness and determinatnts thereof,early identification,visual-motor and visual perceptual problems, visual-motor integration, developments in vocational rehabilitation counseling, historical background of blindness in India and the concept of vocationalisation of education as implemented in India, have also been discussed in this chapter.
The second chapter is an introduction to some of the technologies that are currently affecting the lives of the disabled. It also offers an overview of some of the technologies that have yet to fulfill their promise. The chapter begins with International Scenario with respect to technologies used today in education and communication of all categories of disabling conditions and then moves on to visual impairment in particular, where research and technology related to rehabilitation, and functions like mobility and communication have been discussed. The Indian scenario has also been presented in conection with the emerging technologies in the country, trends and development in technology and Technology Project in mission mode.
In chapter three structured thoughts on vocationalization of education: impact of technology, International and National studies, have been mentioned in detail.
In chapter four, pertinent considerations,assumptions, limitations of blindness and compensatory education through sensory Training, strength and weaknesses of persons with visual impairments, elementary pedagogical strategies, basic principles of choosing new occupations,basic principles and modifications of operationss of processes, employability, pre-vocational preparations,psycho-social attitudes, and human resources development have been given prominence.
Chapter five descries methodology and procedure followed by the author to undertake the study.
The final chapter “Present appraisal and Future Directions” includes existing vocations taught in special schools skills that can be taught to the visually impaired, operations that the visually impaired can perform in regular industries, trades witch could be taught to the visually impaired in the IIt’s Minor and Major machinery used In PPO [Plastic Processing Operation] trade principle of adoptions of new vocations, educational implications of study and vision for the future.
The book will be a guide for all those who wish to work in the field of visual impairmentn. it is also an eye opener for many in the community, who are of the opinion that the blind person can’t be contributing citizens.
The author Dr. J.P. Singh is the [Member Secretary] Executive Head of the Rehabilitation Council of India [RCI]-a statutory Body set up by the government of India in 1992, by an Act of Parliament.
published by University College London-Centre for International Child Health, London; pp. 249
The publication is a report of the discussions witch took place at the “African Regional Conference on Community Based Rehabilitation”, held in Uganda in September 2001.
The book strives to produce a reflective piece of work that can be used as a basis for future action throughout the African Continent. It not only provides an overview of information generated from the global knowledge base of CBR participation, CBR training, etc., but also shows how this information has been interpreted and implemented in the African context.
The writers who are predominantly of African origin,provide a clear view of the state of the art of CBR in many parts of their continents. They provide example of their own CBR experiences and case studies of their programs,the problems faced and how they were overcome.
The final chapter examines the way forward, witch includes the participant’s consensus of the key ingredients of CBR, as seen from an African’s perspective. This is a unique publication in the field of CBR and a positive step in the journey of African people sharing their own experiences and developing solutions to their own problems, within the context of their own cultural perspective.
The book offers a range of views useful for stimulating debate by practitioners. it offers examples of different levels of participations and evidence of how this has affected the programmes described.
Within the publication, there are a number of lists that can be used for evaluation purposes. The book also offers an appendix with discussion questions that could be used for conferences or workshops, or as a basis for discussions in training programmes. Finally, it provides a source of references, not only to academic literature but also to useful websites, witch can be used by practitioners all over Africa to access more information about services for people with disabilities.
The publication is for those interested and involved in the development of an environment that enables disabled people and their families to maximize their own potentials, to improve their quality of life and have the same opportunities as people who do not have impairments. Such people may belong to an established professional group,or a profession that is just emerging.
2003;Published by National Association For Blindness and Low Vision, Mumbai; pp.83; price Rs 300
The book contains basic information on Foundations, Charities and Public Trusts, from 17 countries.
This simple and easy to consult publication is divided in to fourteen sections. The country from witch the funding agencies operates, designates each section.
Besides, it provides listing of 63 schemes of financial assistance of various Ministries of the Government of India, who supports NGO’S in work relating to the welfare of the disabled.
A standard specimen form of application for grant and a model letter of appeal for funds are included in the directory as appendices.
NAB Louis Braille Memorial Research Centre Library
The NAB Louis Braille Memorial Research Centre, in the year 2000 had published the Indian Guide to Aids and Appliances for the Blind. This 213-page publication, enlists 449 aids available for the blind and the open market products, witch could be of use to the visually impaired. Each entry carries the manufacturer’s name, address and contact details [wherever available]. Prices of the products [wherever available], detailed Contents Indices have also been included.
Efforts are on to now make this book available both in Braille and Audio format, as well as on the Compact Disc. This work is expected to be completed by December 2003.
The publication has been made possible by a grant from the Science and Technology Project In Mission Mode, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India.
We will keep our readers informed about the actual availability of the guide in the next issue of Blind Welfare.
NAB louis Braille Memorial Research Centre Library
Authors: Anjlee Agarwal and Sanjeev Sachdeva, Samarthya,New Delhi
Publesher: Rehabilitation Council Of India, B-22 Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi 110016
Email: rehabstd-ncd@vsnl.net.in
Year of Publication: 2005
Pp: 168
The manual addresses approaches to the planning and designing of accessible environments not only for persons with disabilities but also for the elderly, pregnant women, families with young children, people with reduced mobility and ultimately the entire society. The contents have been as far as possible developed in Indian perspective with simple lines illustrations, easy to understand format and result-oriented case studies with photographs. Based on Rci’s Training of Trainers Workshops at Bangalore and Chennai in 2003 the manual tries to cover as many aspects of accessibility as possible.
Source: Blind Welfare Augast 2007
Publishers: Unnati—Organization for development education and handicap international, G-1/200. Azad Society, Ahmedabad 380015.
Phone: 079-26746145/26733296.
Email: unnatiad1@sancharnet.in
Year of publication: 2004
Edition: I
Pp: 40
Availability: publisher
This report presents the process as well as the key finding of a participatory action research jointly initiated by Handicap International and Unnati in 4 districts of Gujarat, during jan, 2003—Apr 2004. it aims to involve society’s participation in inclusion of persons with disabilities (pw’ds) in the mainstream development process besides enhancing the understanding of the situation and context of Pwd’s among those who desire to work for their inclusion. the booklet is also available in large print on request.
Publishers: Blind People’s Association, Jagdish Patel Chowk, Surdas Marg, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad 380015.
Phone: 26304070/23605082.
Email: blinabad1@sancharnet.in/unnati
Year of publication: 2004
Edition: I
Pp: 26
Availability: Publishers
The booklet contains information on Rights Of Persons With Disabilities (Pwd’s) especially education and employment—in the light of the provisions of the Pwd Act, 1995. it also includes success stories and initiatives that demonstrate how the Act become an enabling tool. The document seeks to address some common concerns and queries of Pwd’s using question-answer format and a guide who helps the readers to steer through the booklet. The publication is for Pwd’s and their caregivers, functionaries of special institutions, NGO’s and government departments or for that matter anybody seeking information about equal opportunities and protection of the rights of the disabled. The text of this booklet is available in Braille and large print, on request.
Source: Blind Welfare April, 2007
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