Deaf Unit in Egypt: Deaf primary school students & families

The Deaf Unit in Cairo, Egypt teaches deaf primary school students. Almost half the teachers are deaf, while the rest are hearing. Meanwhile, the students learn Egyptian Sign Language, Arabic and English. The school also teaches sign language to parents, families, and communities. As a result, deaf students are able to communicate better at home. To help deaf people outside of Cairo, the Deaf Unit in Egypt coordinates a community-based program in rural Egypt. The program reaches families and staff to educate them about deafness.

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Also explore other resources about deaf people in Northern Africa or the Middle Eastern region.