Learning without Limits: Redefining Abilities. | Jana Boukamel & Ghina Boukamel | TEDxLAU Women
What if the right to education for all meant more than a seat in a classroom? Join two sisters in this TEDx to deeply explore what it really means "everyone has the right to education. Jana is a third-year translation student at LAU. She began her academic journey at an inclusive public school until grade 9, where she earned her official grade 9 certificate with excellence. She was then awarded a scholarship to an inclusive private school. Continuing her educational path, she scored 18.2 in the Lebanese Baccalaureate. With a deep passion for linguistics and literature, Jana is also minoring in English. As an advocate for inclusion, she has participated in various workshops focusing on inclusion and independence.Ghina is a second-year psychology student at LAU, passionate about human mental and learning processes. She values the importance of diversity in life and believes in fostering inclusive educational experiences. Ghina finds joy in serving the community, especially children. In all her activities, including research, tutoring, and workshops, she strives to create equitable and accessible learning environments. Ghina aims to bridge the gap between psychology and education to ensure that every child, regardless of background or ability, can thrive. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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