The next edition of the exclusive camps organized by the AICE Federation will begin on July 13th. This program, specifically designed for boys and girls with cochlear implants, covers ages from 11 to 17 years old and involves monitors from 11 Autonomous Communities. The camp is carefully structured to include activities accessible through the use of magnetic loops, subtitles in explanations and workshops, and sound amplification in all outdoor activities.
This year, the camp will take place at Natural School, in Cuerva, Toledo. Attendees will stay at a former equestrian center, now transformed into a hostel with over 45,000 m2 dedicated to outdoor activities. The camp will run until July 21st, providing nine days full of activities, workshops, and excursions, all designed to ensure communication accessibility for young people with cochlear implants.
Since its inception almost a decade ago, AICE camps not only offer a space for recreation, but also a platform for young people to learn about themselves, their implants, and the importance of accessibility. During the camp days, participants gain greater autonomy and empowerment, also forging friendships and mutual understanding. A recurring phrase among attendees at the end of the program is “I have felt understood,” reflecting the welcoming and supportive atmosphere.
CampAICE also serves as a study laboratory, allowing for the identification of current and future needs of young people with cochlear implants, thus contributing to improving the quality of life of users of these devices. This year’s edition quickly sold out shortly after its announcement, demonstrating the high demand and the trust placed by families in this initiative.
For this year, CampAICE will have the collaboration of the Carlos III University of Madrid and its PICOGAC study, which will evaluate a tool designed to offer greater accessibility to students. This tool will provide subtitles, audio description, sign language, and projection of monitor information during activities and lectures.
Those interested in following the camp activities can do so through the AICE Federation’s YouTube channel and social media. Videos and content related to the daily activities of the camp will be shared on these platforms. Once again, the AICE Federation thanks the families for their trust and reaffirms its commitment to continue offering inclusive and accessible spaces for young people with cochlear implants.
Referrer: MiMub in Spanish
