In Orsha, Vitebsk region, Yulia Kutepova, the owner of a sewing workshop, launched an initiative to produce special vests for children with disabilities. Thanks to the winning of the local initiative competition, Yulia get the necessary support for the implementation of her idea.
REGION OF IMPLEMENTATION
Orsha, Orsha district, Vitebsk region
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT TOPICS
Economic development and growth Technology and Innovation Social development
CONTENTS OF THE ACTIVITY
The initiative is aimed at creating an inclusive society where every person has equal opportunities and rights. The main goals of the initiative included the development of everyday adaptable vests for children with special needs filled with movable weight bags and improving product quality and availability. Vests have the ability to regulate their weight, that allows them to be adapted to the individual requirements of each child. The number of weights can be set individually depending on height and correction goals. These weighted vests help children better feel the boundaries of their own body, calm down, relieve anxiety and concentrate.
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RESULTS AND IMPACT OF THE INITIATIVE
Stylish vests that can be adapted to different functions, from special uniforms to everyday school uniforms, were developed. As a result, children with special needs have access to multifunctional clothing that helps them feel comfortable in everyday life.
In plans is to develop a series of additional products and adaptive solutions for children with special needs. These products include sensory bags to stimulate tactile sensations, colored parachutes for group exercises and motor skills development, special aprons with pockets for parents and tutors, clothing and footwear with a simplified fastener system. Additionally, the development of educational and developmental games that help improve cognitive functions is in plans.
Despite limited commercial potential, the initiative has high social significance. The products created by Yulia’s workshop are aimed at improving the quality of life of children with special needs and has a direct impact on their well-being. Adaptive products like these promote inclusion and make everyday tasks easier for children and their families.
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