Friday, August 28, 2009

Movement for the Intellectual Disabled of Singapore (MINDS)

MINDS (Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore) is one of the oldest and largest non-governmental organizations catering to the educational, vocational, social and welfare needs of the Intellectually Disabled in Singapore.

We operate 4 Special Education Schools, 3 Employment Development Centers, 3 Training & Development Centers, 2 Residential Homes and 1 Hostel, serving around 2400 persons with intellectual disabilities.

The Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore (MINDS) was founded in 1962 under the name of the Singapore Association for Retarded Children (SARC). It is a voluntary welfare organization catering to the needs of the intellectually disabled.

MINDS Vision

To be a world-class voluntary welfare organisation that advances the development, well-being and aspirations of persons with intellectual disability and their integration into society

MINDS Mission

To maximize the development and well-being of persons with intellectual disability through the provision of a comprehensive range of quality services

To empower persons with intellectual disability and their families so as to enable them to maximize their potential and fulfill their aspirations

To advocate the interests and causes of persons with intellectual disability so as to enable them to participate as fully as possible in society

To learn more, click here: www.minds.org.sg

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