The National Sports Council (NSC) Board Members, led by Chairman Lamin Jawara, presided over the presentation of certificates to Physical Education (PE) teachers who participated in an induction training workshop organized by the National Paralympic Committee (NPC).
The certificate presentation ceremony took place at the NSC offices at the Independence Stadium in Bakau, recognizing the dedication of PE teachers who underwent training on the Paralympic brand, athlete development, and practical demonstrations of wheelchair basketball.
The training, held at the President’s Award Scheme Hall in Bakau on July 27-28, 2024, was powered by Toyota as a worldwide Paralympic partner. It aimed to equip teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to promote inclusive sports and empower differently-abled athletes in The Gambia.
NSC Acting Executive Director, Mahmoud L Jawla commended the participants for their commitment and emphasized the importance of integrating Paralympic sports into school curricula.