Empowering Abilities Through Inclusive Pages (EATIP) project successfully hosted an Inclusive Creativity Workshop at the FCT School for the Blind on Saturday, 15th November 2025, under the theme “Transforming Waste into Creative Opportunities.”
A total of 30 students participated in the hands-on sessions, where they learned practical creative skills including finger painting in various styles, pencil-vase making, flower vase and hand-fan creation using recycled materials. The workshop was designed to promote creativity, environmental awareness, and inclusive participation for learners with visual impairment.
“This workshop wasn’t just about creativity; it was about agency,” says Dr. Praise Akobo, Project Manager. “By teaching these students to see ‘waste’ as an ‘opportunity,’ we are equipping them with a mindset of innovation that they can carry into every aspect of their lives.”
Students engaged enthusiastically throughout the activities, demonstrating curiosity, teamwork, and confidence. Facilitators worked closely with teachers and school staff to ensure that every child was fully included and supported during the sessions.
Akobo expresses sincere appreciation to the management and staff of the FCT School for the Blind, Abuja, for their warm hospitality and partnership, and the Youth Empowerment Fund by Global Youth Mobilization (GYM), and the European Union (EU), for bringing this project to life through funding support under the Individual Project Category, highlighting global support for initiatives that advance inclusive education and environmental sustainability for their support.
This workshop forms part of EATIP’s broader mission to advance inclusive education, challenge stereotypes, and empower children and young people with disabilities across the Federal Capital Territory and beyond.
About EATIP
Empowering Abilities Through Inclusive Pages (EATIP) project is a youth-led initiative dedicated to promoting inclusive education, creativity, and empowerment for children and young adults with disabilities. Supported by the Youth Empowerment Fund (YEF) and implemented in collaboration with partners. EATIP works to foster accessible learning environments and celebrate diverse abilities.
