We often fail to recognize that each one of us is a part of wonderful human diversity. We all haveunique personalities, interests, aspirations, strengths and limitations. Those who are different in some ways from majority are viewed with suspicion, prejudice and considered abnormal or deviant. One such section of humanity is children and adults with intellectual disability, formerly labeled as “mentally retarded”. With increased understanding that came from close working with them in education and training etc., we realize thatPeople with Intellectual Disability (ID) have much more potential for development than commonly recognized. Their capacities are grossly underestimated and lack of appropriate education and training prevents them from full realization of their potential. 
 

What is meant by ID ?

Intellectual disability refers to a condition that one is born with or acquire early in life due to a disease or injury. Its causes are largely unknown though few conditions e. g. Down Syndrome and Fragile X syndrome etc. are better understood. Read More​