University Policy on Supporting Individuals with Disabilities:
The university's policy on supporting individuals with disabilities is based on a set of principles and actions aimed at ensuring equal opportunities for students, faculty members, and staff with disabilities to access education and university services. The following are the key points covered by this policy:
- Adapting the University Environment: The university aims to modify university facilities and services to be suitable for the needs of all students, including those with disabilities. It ensures that all university buildings and facilities are equipped in accordance with the needs of individuals with disabilities, including providing entrances and ramps for wheelchair users, elevators, accessible restrooms, and other necessary assistive tools.
- Commitment to Laws and Regulations: The university reaffirms its commitment to complying with national and international laws that protect the rights of individuals with disabilities, such as the Disability Rights and Needs Law No. 38 of 2013, as amended, and ensures the full implementation of these laws within the university campus.
- Dedicated Academic Support: The university provides academic support services for students with disabilities, such as offering educational materials in various formats (printed texts, audio), arranging special exams to meet their needs, and providing educational or assistive technology tools.
- Counseling and Guidance: The university provides psychological and academic counseling services for individuals with disabilities to help them adjust to the university environment and achieve their academic and professional goals.
- Inclusive Student Activities: The university encourages the participation of individuals with disabilities in student activities by adapting these activities to be inclusive and suitable for their abilities, offering the necessary support to help them participate effectively.
- Continuous Evaluation and Review: The university regularly reviews its policies and procedures for supporting individuals with disabilities by gathering feedback from students and staff and adjusting policies based on this feedback to improve the services provided.
- Communication with Relevant Authorities: The university collaborates with civil society organizations and government agencies that provide services for individuals with disabilities to ensure the best possible support for students, faculty, and staff.
- Collaboration with Students' Families: The university strives to maintain open communication channels with the families of students with disabilities to ensure that their educational and social needs are met appropriately.
- Provision of Scholarships and Financial Support: The university offers scholarships or financial support for students with disabilities to help cover their study costs and other expenses related to their specific needs.
Through the implementation of these aforementioned policies, the university ensures that individuals with disabilities receive the necessary support to achieve academic success and full integration into university life, thus enhancing their opportunities for success and contribution to society.