The most memorable part of the visit was when the students prepared a music show for us, where they showcased their talents. It was eye-opening to see the teachers caring for and catering to each student, and I tried my best to help them out while we worked together on coloring a drawing.

To ensure that everybody was included, working collaboratively and planning beforehand was very important. Leading up to the visit, we worked together as a group to raise money to purchase necessities and toys for the school. This taught me the importance of initiating a plan and allowed me to collaborate with people I had never worked with before.

Another takeaway from this experience was the global issue of inclusivity. As a group, we planned different activities to ensure that everyone was actively participating and having fun. I was able to understand the students’ ways of thinking, as well as the weight of the teachers’ responsibilities. I became more open-minded and more understanding of people with special needs. After this visit, I had to adapt myself to cater to different students, which taught me a lot about social awareness.