Deaf Reach: Transforming education and employment for the Deaf

The Deaf Reach Program provides education and employment opportunities for hearing-impaired individuals in Pakistan. Led by Canadian-born Daniel Marc Lanthier, who is currently visiting Australia, the initiative runs multiple campuses, satellite schools, and digital classrooms, offering scholarships to over 3,200 students.

Daniel Marc Lanthier is a Canadian-born educator and Director of the Deaf Reach Program in Pakistan, with 30 years of service in Deaf education. Credit: SBS Urdu

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Deaf Reach: Transforming education and employment for the Deaf

SBS Urdu

16:50Urdu

The Deaf Reach program oversees the education curriculum, teacher training, and employment opportunities for deaf individuals.

It has transformed the lives of over 60,000 people and provided jobs for more than 2,750 young people with disabilities.

Credit: Deaf Reach

On his visit to Australia, Daniel shares insights into the program’s impact on thousands of lives. This conversation is part of the Healthy Australia podcast series and is also available on SBS South Asian | URDU YouTube channel.

Credit: Deaf Reach

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