In response to the Macao Government's call to promote the construction of a barrier-free and inclusive community, and to gain an in-depth understanding of sign language culture and the needs of the hearing-impaired persons. On September 19th, the Assistant Professor Salott Chau from the Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Macau University of Science and Technology led FHTM over 20 students to participate in the "Work hand in hand to build an inclusive society" a promotional activity for International Day of Sign Languages. This workshop was co-organized by the Social Welfare Bureau and Macao Government Tourism Office, and co-sponsored by MGM. This event was held at the MGM Cotai Ballroom, and approximately 230 representatives, including FHTM teacher and students and all walks of life in Macao, participated and gained substantial insights and experiences.
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Event Scene: Immersive Experience in Sign Language Culture, Jointly Fostering Inclusion Awareness
In the training session, teacher and students from the Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management systematically learned content such as the operation of the "Macao Sign Language Vocabulary Database", the characteristics and needs of the hearing-impaired persons and practical sign language for tourism services. Through this interactive demonstration process, the students personally felt the unique value of sign language as a communication tool for the hearing-impaired persons and also deeply recognized the key role of barrier-free services in building a friendly society.
Students' Reflections: Promoting Inclusive Development with Strength and Determination
Macau University of Science and Technology has long recognized the great importance to cultivating students' sense of social responsibility. Organizing students to participate in this International Sign Language Day promotion activity is a key part of campus social practice. Through this event, MUST students have not only acquired sign language knowledge and service skills, but also deepened their understanding of an "inclusive society" in practice. Many participating students stated, "Learning sign language for tourism services is highly meaningful. It not only helps us better serve tourists in the future and uphold the hospitality spirit of the hotel and tourism industry, but also allows the hearing-impaired individuals to feel the inclusiveness and hospitality of Macao."
MUST students not only pursue academic excellence but also need to pay attention to vulnerable social responsibility and participate in the construction of an inclusive community through practical actions. In the future, the students of MUST will continue to use their professional knowledge and enthusiasm to contribute to building a friendly and inclusive social environment in Macao.
