7. (1) The functions of the Trust shall generally be to provide for the welfare of the teachers and their dependents. (2) In particular and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing provision, the Trust may-(a) provide financial assistance for the medical treatment of teachers and their dependents;(b) provide financial assistance in the form of lump sum grant, scholarship or stipend to the spouse and meritorious children of teachers;(c) provide vocational and other professional training to the spouse and children of teachers;(d) do such other acts and things as may be considered necessary for carrying out the purposes of this Ordinance.