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Even though we are quite busy with our work here in Oklahoma, part of our mission is to help children globally. Countries around the globe are making significant economic progress year after year. But programs for children with challenges are not keeping the same pace. In the new global economy, a provision to assist people who cannot support themselves is necessary. Our forefathers in the United States had the foresight to perceive this tragic side of progress and established foundations and non-profit corporations to support people who need assistance in every community. This visionary model is, however, not shared by many other countries. Most of the families in developing countries have to depend on assistance from the government. In the new world order brought about by economic liberation, big private enterprises are taking over the economic scene. It is important that a new economic relationship between business and government be developed so as to meet the needs of physically and mentaly challenged people and their families. In a civilized society, there should be checks and balances to create a healthy environment so that all segments of society can coexist without friction. These things are important to create just, sustainable and compassionate civil societies. All healthy cultures nurture social bonding and moral responsibility as part of their social structure. NIDD started its project in Tlaxcala, Mexico, approximately a year ago. Their aim was to establish a comprehensive program to address the needs of children with developmental delays and their families. Being a developing country, Mexico was obviously seeking a cost effective program for the purpose. They were also very particular in seeking out the very best available method to help their children. We recognized that we could help Mexico through our contacts with various professionals and programs around the globe. Within a month’s time, we were able to present a proposal, which was truly a collaborative global effort. Dr. Maria Drewniak from Poland and her team of professionals signed a contract with NIDD to train pediatricians in Vojta Diagnosis and therapy. Montessori and Experience Quotient Intervention approach were also offered by NIDD through its own resources. Tangible results in the community prompted representatives from other states in Mexico to express their interest in implementing this system in their respective states. Mexico, a country with 100 million people, is in the process of transition and progress. NIDD, with its worldwide contacts of committed professionals, is making it possible to provide this much-needed resource in a cost-effective manner. NIDD recognizes this as a great opportunity to serve the children of Mexico. We are fulfilling our mission to reach out to more children with developmental delays. We are also receiving help from Spanish-speaking professionals in translating our book, ‘Experience Quotient and Human Development’, and other materials. We are also sharing our own experience of maximizing productivity by using limited resources and manpower. For the past 30 years, we have gone from an all-voluntary program to a program that can influence children, families and professionals internationally. Now our focus is to share our knowledge and resources with parents, professionals and children.
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