The Child Guidance Centre (CGC) of Dr. Zakir Husain Memorial Welfare Society (DZHMWS), Jamia Millia Islamia, in collaboration with Proactive, a multidisciplinary action foundation successfully concluded its month-long Inclusive Summer Camp 2026, held from June 1 to June 30, 2026. The closing ceremony was organized at the Centre in the presence of office bearers of the Society, professionals, parents, students, and teaching and non-teaching staff.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Ms. Farheen Kamal Psychologist, Child Guidance Centre, who introduced the objectives of the summer camp and presented a comprehensive overview of the activities conducted throughout the month. She highlighted that the camp focused on promoting communication, creativity, social interaction, physical fitness, emotional well-being, life skills, confidence-building, sensory integration, and functional skill development through a wide range of engaging educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities.
A special attraction of the ceremony was the presentation of a video showcasing memorable moments and achievements of the children during the month-long camp. Parents appreciated the remarkable progress made by their children. Individual activity portfolios prepared during the camp were also distributed to the parents, enabling them to understand their children’s learning journey, developmental progress, and achievements.
The camp marked a significant milestone as it was the first Inclusive Summer Camp organized by the Child Guidance Centre, where Children with Special Needs (CWSN) participated alongside general students in a common learning environment. The initiative promoted inclusion, mutual respect, teamwork, empathy, and equal opportunities, allowing every child to learn, interact, and grow together irrespective of individual differences.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Mohammad Ghazi Shahnawaz, General Secretary, Dr. Zakir Husain Memorial Welfare Society, encouraged parents to continue believing in the abilities of their children. He emphasized that Children with Special Needs are equally capable and that the Inclusive Summer Camp provided an excellent platform for their hidden talents, creativity, confidence, and potential to flourish. He expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Prof. Mazhar Asif, Vice-Chancellor, Jamia Millia Islamia and President, Dr. Zakir Husain Memorial Welfare Society, and Prof. Md. Mahtab Alam Rizvi, Registrar, JMI and Vice President Dr. Zakir Husain Memorial Welfare Society for their visionary leadership, continuous encouragement, and unwavering support, which made the successful organization of the Inclusive Summer Camp possible.
Dr. Mohd. Faijullah Khan, Secretary, Dr. Zakir Husain Memorial Welfare Society, emphasized that every Child with Special Needs deserves equal rights, dignity, quality education, rehabilitation services, and access to all government welfare schemes. He stressed that the progress of Children with Special Needs depends upon the collective efforts of parents, teachers, professionals, policymakers, and society.
He further said, “If parents, teachers, and society work together with dedication and provide equal opportunities, Children with Special Needs can rise from the grassroots to the highest levels of achievement. These children do not need sympathy; they need opportunities, acceptance, and encouragement. When society opens its doors to inclusion, they spread their wings with confidence and contribute meaningfully to nation-building. A developed and progressive India can never leave any child behind. Only through an inclusive approach can we truly realize the vision of a Viksit Bharat and make India a global leader.”
Mr. Shitab Elahi, Director, Proactive expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the parents and the Dr. Zakir Husain Memorial Welfare Society for their trust and cooperation. He reaffirmed Proactive’s commitment to strengthening future collaborations with the Child Guidance Centre to promote inclusive education and holistic development of Children with Special Needs.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Mr. Naseem Ahmad, Project Director, Child Guidance Centre, who sincerely thanked Prof. Mohammad Ghazi Shahnawaz, Dr.Mohd. Faijullah Khan, Mr. Shitab Elahi, all parents, the teaching and non-teaching staff, therapists, volunteers, and every individual associated with the successful organization of the camp. He remarked that the success of the Inclusive Summer Camp was not the achievement of any single individual or team, but the outcome of collective dedication, teamwork, compassion, unwavering commitment, and the prayers and support of everyone involved.
The ceremony concluded with the distribution of Summer Camp Participation Certificates and individual activity portfolios to all participating students in recognition of their enthusiastic participation and achievements throughout the month-long camp. Parents appreciated the efforts of the Child Guidance Centre and expressed their happiness at witnessing the remarkable progress and confidence displayed by their children.
Source : Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi