Minister for Gozo Justyne Caruana has attended the graduation ceremony of 22 students who have successfully completed a sign language course at the Gozo Association for the Deaf.

Dr Caruana said it was with satisfaction that the Ministry for Gozo had provided the funds to finance the sign language course, as well as several other initiatives being carried out by the GAD.

She added that technology is also an important aspect and announced that the Ministry had reached an agreement with the Diocese of Gozo for Gozo churches to have a Hearing Loop System, with a plan also already prepared for a system in public spaces and public buildings.

Minister Caruana concluded by thanking the Gozo Association for the Deaf for the great work being carried out in Gozitan society in aid of deaf people and assured them that the Ministry for Gozo is always ready to help and assist when and where needed.

Photo: MGOZ/George Scerri

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