Special Needs Educator Plans Big for Disabled Children

Special Needs Educator Plans Big for Disabled Children

In a bold and compassionate move, special needs educator Aisha Ibrahim Ahmad is championing a unique Children’s Day celebration that centers children often left out—those living with neurological and psychosocial disabilities.

Slated for May 27, 2025, at JPEC Chiemel Academy in Zaria’s GRA, the event is themed “Play Therapy for Holistic Development” and is set to offer therapeutic and inclusive play experiences for children with conditions such as Autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, and anxiety disorders.

Ahmad, who also coordinates the Centre for Assessment and Educational Rehabilitation at the Federal University of Education, Zaria, says the initiative is designed to promote emotional healing, social interaction, and confidence-building through structured play activities.

“We’re using play not just for fun, but as a form of therapy and inclusion,” she explained. “Every child deserves joy, support, and visibility—especially on a day meant to celebrate them.”

The programme, spearheaded by her non-profit, Nurture Special Education Needs Foundation (NSENF), will include sensory zones, creative arts, music and movement therapy, storytelling, and group games. Caregivers and therapists will also receive training and tools to extend the benefits beyond the day.

Backed by a strong publicity drive and an open call for sponsorship, the event is already gaining traction among educators, advocacy groups, and disability rights organizations.

With this effort, Aisha Ahmad is not just organizing an event—she’s making a statement: that inclusion is not optional, and that every child, regardless of ability, deserves to be celebrated.

In a bold and compassionate move, special needs educator Aisha Ibrahim Ahmad is championing a unique Children’s Day celebration that centers children often left out—those living with neurological and psychosocial disabilities.

Slated for May 27, 2025, at JPEC Chiemel Academy in Zaria’s GRA, the event is themed “Play Therapy for Holistic Development” and is set to offer therapeutic and inclusive play experiences for children with conditions such as Autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, and anxiety disorders.

Ahmad, who also coordinates the Centre for Assessment and Educational Rehabilitation at the Federal University of Education, Zaria, says the initiative is designed to promote emotional healing, social interaction, and confidence-building through structured play activities.

“We’re using play not just for fun, but as a form of therapy and inclusion,” she explained. “Every child deserves joy, support, and visibility—especially on a day meant to celebrate them.”

The programme, spearheaded by her non-profit, Nurture Special Education Needs Foundation (NSENF), will include sensory zones, creative arts, music and movement therapy, storytelling, and group games. Caregivers and therapists will also receive training and tools to extend the benefits beyond the day.

Backed by a strong publicity drive and an open call for sponsorship, the event is already gaining traction among educators, advocacy groups, and disability rights organizations.

With this effort, Aisha Ahmad is not just organizing an event—she’s making a statement: that inclusion is not optional, and that every child, regardless of ability, deserves to be celebrated.