Oak Foundation Funded Training

Oak Foundation Funded Training Courses for International Partners

Oak Foundation is a philanthropic organisation committed to creating a safer, fairer, and more sustainable world. Its grant-making includes a strong focus on education and learning differences, partnering with organisations that enable individuals who learn differently to thrive.

Through the generous support of the Oak Foundation, DAS International is proud to offer a series of funded training courses for overseas partners and organisations working with individuals who learn differently.

This initiative reflects a shared commitment to strengthening global expertise in supporting learners with dyslexia and other learning differences, particularly in communities where access to specialist training remains limited.

Building Capacity. Empowering Communities. Transforming Lives.

The Oak Foundation Funded training initiative is designed to help overseas partners and organisations to:

  • Build professional capabilities in the field of dyslexia and learning differences
  • Equip professionals with evidence-based intervention strategies
  • Strengthen local ecosystems of support for children and individuals with learning needs
  • Foster international collaboration and knowledge exchange
Who Should Apply

The training is intended for overseas organisations that are charitable or non-profit in nature, with participation by professionals representing their organisation. Organisations must be based outside of Singapore.

Eligible organisations include non-profit organisations (NGOs), social service agencies, and charitable schools and educational institutions that support children with learning differences, particularly in:

  • Special Educational Needs (SEN)
  • Dyslexia intervention
  • Inclusive education

Priority may be given to organisations serving underserved or under-resourced communities in their respective countries.

How to Apply

Interested organisations can:

  • Review and select from the list of training courses
  • Submit an expression of interest
  • Provide information on organisational needs and intended impact
  • Submit supporting legal documentation from their country stating their non-profit or charitable status (e.g. registration documents, official certification, or equivalent proof)

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted with further details on course enrolment and funding support.

Intended Use and Conditions for Funded Training

The training provided under this funding is intended solely for the participating organisation’s internal capacity-building purposes. Participating organisations shall not charge fees, commercialise, or otherwise offer the funded training to external participants without prior written approval from DAS. This ensures that the training is utilised in alignment with its intended purpose and funding objectives. 

Upon approval of the organisation’s application for the funded training, a training agreement outlining the relevant terms and conditions will be issued and must be duly signed by both parties.

Expected Outcomes

Through participation in the funded training courses, organisations are expected to:

Short-Term Outcomes

  • Demonstrate competency in course assessments
  • Acquire specialised knowledge and practical strategies

Intermediate Outcomes

  • Apply learning in local contexts
  • Share knowledge within their organisations and communities
  • Strengthen internal capabilities for intervention and support
  • Become part of a global network of trained practitioners (i.e., Register of Educational Therapists (Asia))

Long-Term Outcomes

  • Enhance the quality and reach of support for individuals with learning differences
  • Contribute to sustainable, community-based programmes
  • Become part of a global network of trained practitioners (i.e., Register of Educational Therapists (Asia))
Certification and Recognition

Participants and organisations may receive recognition from DAS International at different stages of the training, reflecting both individual competency and organisational impact.

Course Completion Certificate (Initial Level – Individual)

  • Awarded to participants upon successful completion of the training and course assessments, recognising demonstrated competency in SEN awareness and intervention strategies.

Applied Practice Recognition (Intermediate Level – Individual)

  • Awarded to participants who demonstrate the application and sharing of knowledge within their professional contexts. This can be evidenced through one or more of the following methods 
    • Implementation reflections or short reports (e.g., a brief write-up on how a dyslexia intervention strategy was applied with students and its observed impact);
    • Case studies of learners, demonstrating how approaches were applied to support specific students;
    • Training or sharing sessions conducted within the organisation (e.g., workshops, briefings, or mentoring sessions for colleagues);
    • Presentation materials or resources developed for internal use (e.g. slides, guides, toolkits);
    • Participation in online learning or discussion platforms (e.g., contributions to forums, reflections, or peer discussions); 
    • Other forms of professional practice and collaboration with colleagues

Organisational Recognition for Community Impact (Advanced Level – Organisation)

  • Awarded to organisations that demonstrate sustained application of learning at an institutional level. This includes evidence of embedding practices, building internal capacity and infrastructure, and contributing to a broader community of practice to support learners with special educational needs.

Testimonials from our participants

I don't know anything about Dyslexia before this training. Now I have many tools to help me, in case we have one in our class. The methods and tips are useful not only for Dyslexic students but for all students in general.

Thank you for the sessions today. Looking forward to joining more training from DAS.

I learned many strategies that can be used to help those in the classroom who have not been officially diagnosed with dyslexia. The information on this course is invaluable, especially for lower-level teachers.

Strategies for teaching kids with Learning disabilities were also covered and all the new learnings are helpful and relevant

Good materials

I'm very grateful to join this training

Please contact us for more information on how we can support your training needs.
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