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πŸ’₯Fun FridayπŸ’₯

Did you know that sign language isn’t universal?🌏 Different countries have their own versions, just like spoken languages!

Today’s sign: β€œThank youβ€πŸ™
Try it out! Just place the fingertips of one hand near your chin and gently move your hand forward. Easy, right?
It’s a small gesture with a big impact😊

Let’s spread kindness, not just with words, but with signs too!

#FunFriday #SignLanguageIsCool #LearnSomethingNew #InclusionMatters

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πŸ’₯Wisdom WednesdayπŸ’₯

Meet Helen Keller: A True Inspiration Who Changed the World Without Hearing or Sight

Born in 1880, Helen Keller lost both her hearing and sight at just 19 months old. But that didn’t stop her from becoming one of the most influential voices in history.

With the help of her teacher Anne Sullivan , Helen learned to communicate through tactile sign language, a groundbreaking achievement at the time.

She went on to become the first deaf-blind person to earn a college degree πŸŽ“, author 12 books πŸ“š, and travel the world as a speaker and activist for the rights of the deaf, blind, and disabled community ✊.

✍Helen proved that disability does not define your ability. Her courage and determination opened doors for millions and changed the way the world sees communication, education, and inclusion.

#WisdomWednesday
#InclusionMatters

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πŸ’₯Fun Friday πŸ’₯

Your Face Is Part of the Sentence!

Think your face is just for showing emotion? In sign language it's doing so much more.

Facial expressions are actually part of the grammar.
They’re called non-manual markers, and they help show tone, questions, negation, and emotion.

❓Asking a yes/no question? Raise your eyebrows 🀨
Stating something negativeπŸ™…? Shake your head while signing
Feeling surprised or excited? Let your face show it πŸ˜²πŸ˜„

In Sign Language,  your hands are the words and your face is the punctuation, tone, and emojis, all in one!

#FunFriday #SignLanguageFacts #YourFaceSpeaksToo

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🌟 Wisdom Wednesday


Dr. Frank Peter Hochman – Deaf Before It Was β€œAllowed”
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Born in 1935 and Deaf since birth, Dr. Frank Hochman became a physician when the idea of a Deaf doctor was unthinkable.

His career in medicine challenged the norms of his time and opened doors for future Deaf professionals.

🧠 Frank didn't wait for permission , he made space.


πŸ‘ SCORP stands with every person daring to go first; the pioneers, the fighters, the ones who show us it’s possible.

Let’s keep making space β€” inclusive, accessible, and just. ✨

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Beyond The Oath: Human Rights, Peace & Advocacy in Ethiopian Healthcare

πŸ“’Are you a medical student who believes healing goes beyond prescriptions?
πŸ“’Do you want to be a voice for justice and a leader in peacebuilding?

Then this capacity building webinar is for you

Join SCORP-AA for a 3-session capacity building series where we dive into:
✨ The link between human rights & healthcare
✨ The role of medics in conflict zones & underserved communities
✨ Policy-making& your place in it
✨ How to become an advocate for equity & peace, starting now

Session 1 Speaker:Helina Bekele
βž–Human Rights Professional (LLB in law, LLM Candidate)
βž–Former President of Hawassa University Law Students Association
βž–Co-founder & former vice president of Merahit Women Empowerment Club

Expect interactive case studies, hands-on advocacy tools & a network of future changemakers
🌟Get Certified after completing all 3 sessions!

πŸ—“: Wednesday, April 23
πŸ•: 1:30 PM LT
πŸ‘‰Register now
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Beyond The Oath
Ready to explore how medicine can be a force for justice, peace, and change?

Join us for our capacity building series starting tomorrow!

Expect bold conversations, real-life case studies, practical advocacy tools  and a certificate after completing the 3 sessions!

πŸ—“: Wednesday, April 23
πŸ•: 1:30 PM LT
Register Here

Just 1 day left, Don’t miss out

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πŸŽ‰ we would like to extend our gratitude to all the amazing participants who joined us in our first CB session and a heartfelt appreciation to our trainer, Helina Bekele for her great and timely insights.

✨Together, we explored new ideas, built valuable skills, and strengthened our collective capacity to grow and advocate for justice and equality.

✨we look forward to seeing you all in our upcoming sessions focusing on policy making process, inclusiveness and many more.

✨ To make the upcoming sessions more remarkable, please fill this post evaluation form and let us know your feed backπŸ’š

https://forms.gle/st4fuqXMsFCaNUAS9

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πŸ’₯ Fun Friday πŸ’₯

Switzerland: The World’s Chillest Roommate

Switzerland hasn’t been in a war since 1815 . Yep, that’s over 200 years of saying:
β€œMmm... yeah, I’m gonna sit this one out.” πŸ˜ŒπŸ›‹οΈ

While the rest of the world was throwing hands (and bombs) πŸ’£, Switzerland was over there yodeling in the Alps πŸ”οΈπŸŽΆ, making chocolate 🍫, and inventing the world’s most confusing knives.

They’re like the neutral best friend in a group chat : doesn’t pick sides 🀝, sends wholesome memes, & brings snacks to every meeting.

They host peace talks like it’s a hobby , stay cool under pressure πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ, and still have better bank security than your phone’s Face ID .

✍️ Sometimes, world peace  starts with a calm attitude, a mountain view , and some solid cheese πŸ§€.

#FunFriday #SwitzerlandSaidNah

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✨Wisdom Wednesday ✨

Meet 🩺 Dr. Joanne Liu β€” the fearless doctor who turned compassion into global action.

While most of us were watching world crises on the news, she was there, in the middle of it all β€” from the Ebola outbreak in West Africa 🌍 to war zones in Syria and Yemen .

As the former president of Doctors Without Borders (MSF) 🌐, she challenged world leaders πŸ›οΈ, spoke at the UN , and told the truth even when it was uncomfortable.

She didn’t just talk about healthcare as a human right β€” she lived it .

β€œWe are not neutral when medical care is attacked. We are not silent when humanity is denied.” β€” Dr. Joanne Liu

✍Let her story remind us: Medicine isn’t just about textbooks πŸ“š and stethoscopes 🩺. It’s about standing up ✊ β€” even when it's hard, even when you're alone.

#WisdomWednesday  #HumanRightsInMedicine #BeTheChange

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πŸ’₯Fun FridayπŸ’₯

Arrested for wearing a hat⁉️

Did you know❓

In 1797, a man named John Hetherington wore the first top hat 🎩 in public in London.
People were so shocked, they screamed 😱, ran away πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ, and some even fainted 🫨! He was arrested for "causing a public disturbance"... just for wearing a new kind of hat!

Now imagine that expressing yourself through fashion  caused legal troubleπŸ˜„.

Thankfully, today freedom of expression ✊ is recognized as a basic human right and no one’s getting arrested for their clothes anymore (hopefully!)

#FunFriday
#FreedomOfExpression #HumanRights

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🟒 MEDICAL SIGN LANGUAGE TRAINING IS BACK! 🟒

Ready to level up your communication skills and make a real impact in healthcare?
We’re thrilled to announce the return of our Medical Sign Language Training!

What’s in store?
✨ Level 1&2 Ethiopian Sign Language
✨ Specialized Medical Sign Language
✨ Official Certification from ENAD ( Ethiopian National Association for the Deaf) upon completion.
✨Chance for Advanced training and volunteering opportunity to engage with deaf students.

πŸ—“ Duration: 2 Months
πŸ“… Date: Every Saturday from May 17 to July 5
πŸ•’ Time: 3:00 – 5:00 LT
πŸ“ Location: Black Lion Hospital
πŸ’΅ Fee: Only 250 birr

🟒limited Spots available β€” first come, first served!

πŸ‘‰ Registration form

For any inquiry, reach out to @Snowflake_24

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Helloooo SCORPionsπŸ—£,
Our deepest apologies for going MIA. But no worries… we’re back and better than ever! πŸ™ŒπŸ’š

And since we’re on the topic of comebacks, delays, and taking your time...

Meet today’s inspiring hero:

🌟 Wisdom Wednesday 🌟

πŸ‘¨β€βš•οΈ Dr. Toh Hong Keng , a Doctor at 70 🩺

After a full career in tech sales, Dr. Toh chased a lifelong dream of studying medicine in his mid-60s. At 70, he graduated from Southwestern University.

The journey wasn’t easy, rather challenging with slower memory, tougher exams and long hospital shifts.

πŸ’¬ His motto? β€œSayang”, a Filipino word meaning β€œit would be a shame”. A shame to give up. A shame to stop dreaming.

✍It’s never too late to pursue what sets your soul on fire. Age is just a number; purpose is timeless. β³πŸ’‘

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πŸ’₯ Fun Friday πŸ’₯

Study stress = β€œbrain fever”? 🧠πŸ”₯
Did you know❓

Back in the 1800s, students and scholars believed intense studying could cause β€œbrain fever”, a vague diagnosis for headaches, anxiety, and exhaustion. Their β€œtreatments” included leeches and cold baths! πŸ˜΅β€πŸ’«πŸ©Έ

Opening a leech shop right next to a medical school would’ve made someone instantly richπŸ˜‚.

Thankfully, we’ve come a long way since then. Burnout is real and it’s definitely not cured by bloodletting.

πŸ’‘ Here’s the real deal:
Burnout is tough, but it’s okay to take breaks, get enough sleep, and ask for help. Treat your mental health like your textbooks, with care and respect πŸ’šπŸ“š

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