Dubai, Dubai -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/21/2009 -- Eton Institute, Dubai’s leading institute for training & development, today signed a ‘Memorandum of Understanding’ (MoU) with Dubai Center for Special Needs (D.C.S.N) to donate proceeds and raise awareness for individuals with special needs as part of their CSR initiative.

Eton Institute who recently announced the launch of Dubai’s first ‘sign language course’ will be donating part of the proceeds generated from this course to the non-profit special needs centre. The MoU also paves the way for future cooperation between the two bodies to support the underprivileged members of society.

Dr. Eli Abi Rached, Director – Eton Institute commented: “As responsible members of a business community, we have an obligation to provide for the underprivileged within and outside our social groups. Unfortunately due to the financial crisis, Corporate Social Responsibility has become a buzz word and left on the back burner with very little actually being done on ground.”

“Eton Institute” he added, “with a long and active history in giving back to the community, are proud to be able to support worthy and deserving non-profit organizations such as Dubai Center for Special Needs that have so tirelessly campaigned for this oft-ignored cause.”

Mr. Najeeb Patel, PR Coordinator at D.C.S.N quoted: “We at the D.C.S.N are delighted and privileged to be acknowledged by a reputable institution in teaching and training. The introduction of sign language classes to the public furthers our cause in helping and understanding marginalised individuals with special needs. It's a positive and integral step in integrating deaf people into the community and allowing them to be heard by a wider audience.”

For more information about this CSR initiative and other similar efforts visit http://www.eton.ac or email to csr@eton.ac.

About Eton Institute
Eton Institute is Dubai's leading institute of languages teaching over 17 languages at the Institute and online and software courses in over 100 languages.

Eton Institute offers flexible timings and uniquely tailored courses to suit the learner’s needs. All courses are facilitated by highly qualified native speaking instructors, teaching practical language while maintaining competitive prices for individuals and businesses.

Strategically located at Dubai Knowledge Village, the institute also offers Teaching Diplomas & Certificates in TESOL / Montessori, Kids language activities, IT courses & workshops, and school development consultancy.

For additional information please contact:

Moaz Khan
Marketing Manager
Eton Institute
Ph: +971 4 3658483
moaz@eton.ac
http://www.eton.ac

About D.C.S.N:
The Dubai Center for Special Needs is an established, non-profitable institution that provides the highest standards of service in specialized education and therapy, for children with various disabilities. It is a caring environment, largely dependent on the generosity of the local communities and corporations. Its aim is to provide each and every one of its students the key to a positive life, thereby "Lighting the path to a brighter future".

There are 130 students at The Center of which 65% are U.A.E. Nationals. The students are aged between 3 years and 27 years. Our aim is to give each and every one of our students the best quality of life of which they are able physically, emotionally, socially and academically.

For additional information about D.C.S.N Contact:

Mr. Najeeb Patel
PR Coordinator
Dubai Center for Special Needs
Ph: +971 4 3440966
pr.dcsneeds@gmail.com
http://www.dcsneeds.ae