Collaboration with EHT
DYP partners with EHT Paul Dubrule to help students with visual impairments learn practical kitchen skills and hospitality. Through baking and cooking workshops, students build confidence, independence, and a stronger path toward future work.
About the Collaboration
This collaboration is a joint effort between Discover Your Possibilities (DYP) and École d’Hôtellerie et de Tourisme Paul Dubrule (EHT). It started as a pilot collaboration (agreement in 2023) to bring high-quality hospitality training to underprivileged students, including students who are blind or have low vision.
The focus is simple: help students gain skills they can use at home, in training, and later in work life. With the right support and respectful teaching, students can learn safely and progress step by step.
Purpose
Provide meaningful baking and cooking workshops in a supportive learning environment.
Who it supports
Underprivileged students, including students with visual impairments.
Learning style
Patient, friendly teaching with dignity and respect at all times.
What students Do in the Workshops
EHT offers workshop sessions that help students practice real kitchen skills in a safe and guided setting.
Baking workshops
students practice baking basics, clean routines, and safe kitchen habits.
- Simple baking steps
- Hygiene and safety
- Teamwork and confidence
Cooking workshops
students practice cooking skills that support both daily life and future work.
- Safe food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Useful recipes
Goals for students
- Cook for themselves and build independence
- Learn the first basics to be employable
- Explore ideas for a small activity or self-employment
- Be an active part of any DYP food project
What else can be explored
- Running a coffee-shop (basic ideas)
- Possibilities in reservation, tourism, and other areas
- A short crash course in business basics (when possible)
Positive Outcomes for Visually Impaired Students
More independence at home
students can cook and take care of daily routines more confidently.
Stronger work readiness
students practice basic habits that support employability in hospitality.
More confidence
Learning in a respectful environment helps students try new skills without fear.
Better teamwork and social connection
Workshops build communication, teamwork, and positive support from peers.
How the partnership works
- EHT provides workshops and professional training support.
- DYP provides staff assistance during activities and coordinates student support.
- DYP shares student information (including visual level) before sessions.
- After sessions, feedback helps improve the next workshop (person-centered planning).
Participation: There is currently no online application. Participation is coordinated through DYP and EHT based on student needs and workshop schedules.
Support This Collaboration
Why Funding Matters
The collaboration between DYP and École d’Hôtellerie et de Tourisme Paul Dubrule (EHT) provides inclusive hospitality training for students with visual impairments. Your support helps make these workshops accessible, safe, and meaningful.
- Inclusive cooking and baking workshops
- Training ingredients and adapted materials
- Staff support, coordination, and guidance
- Transport and safe participation
- Confidence building and follow-up learning
- Exploration of future hospitality opportunities
- We follow strict privacy and financial transparency practices. Receipts available upon request.
How Funds Are Used
Training activities
Workshops in baking and cooking, including ingredients, kitchen tools, and safe learning environments.
Coordination & staff support
Staff assistance, planning meetings, and student guidance during training sessions.
Future pathways
Follow-up learning, confidence building, and exploration of hospitality-related opportunities after training.
Skills That Build Independence
The DYP – EHT collaboration supports practical skills, confidence, and dignity for students with visual impairments, so they can build a stronger future for themselves.