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SFX's Training Centre: A Legacy of Empowerment for Persons with Disabilities

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SFX's Training Centre: A Legacy of Empowerment for Persons with Disabilities

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  • The **St Francis Xavier Training cum Production Centre for Disabilities** was established in **Old Goa** using funds from the **1974 Exposition**.
  • Fr Walter D'Souza shares that the Church addressed the needs of the disability community during the **1970s**, leading to the establishment of this facility.
  • Opened on **September 18, 1978**, it became the **first educational and vocational centre** for individuals with disabilities in the state.
  • Today, the Centre hosts a variety of programs including **poultry, carpentry, and more**, alongside a comprehensive academic institution serving over **200 students**.
  • The **empowering initiatives** over the years have significantly enhanced the **livelihood capacity** of those with disabilities through both academic and vocational training.

For more details, visit the original article at Times of India.

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