En-Able Disability Awareness and Capacity Building Program

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The “En-Able” Disability Awareness and Capacity Building Program is a year-long initiative designed to promote disability awareness and foster inclusive education practices in schools. In alignment with the mandates of the Right to Education Act (2009) and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, this program empowers educators, students, and school communities to embrace diversity and inclusion as core values.

Developed by Ms. Ritika Sahni, Disability Campaigner, Trainer, and Founder-Trustee of NGO TRINAYANI, alongside a team of experts and advisors from the education sector, the program has been carefully piloted and refined through successful implementations at Delhi Public School, Coimbatore (2023-24) and Delhi Public School, Patna (2024-25), both under the aegis of the Takshila Education Society.

Program Objectives

The “En-Able” program aims to:

  • Equip teachers with knowledge, skills, and practical tools to foster inclusive classroom environments.
  • Empower students with awareness and empathy, cultivating acceptance and understanding of disabilities.
  • Support schools in adopting a transformative and sustainable approach to inclusive education.

Flexible Design to Suit Individual School Needs

The “En-able” Program is thoughtfully tailored to fit the unique culture, student population, and operational needs of each participating school. For instance:

  • At Delhi Public School, Coimbatore, with a smaller student population, all teachers were actively involved in the program to create a holistic impact.
  • At Delhi Public School, Patna, due to the size and scale of operations, the program focused on middle school teachers, allowing the school to run smoothly while still maximizing impact.

This flexibility ensures that the program is relevant, effective, and seamlessly integrated into the existing environment of each school.

Structure and Approach

Spanning four quarters, the program progressively addresses key tenets of disability awareness and inclusive education:

  1. Quarter 1: Focus on building foundational knowledge about disability and inclusion for teachers and students.
  2. Quarter 2: Provide practical strategies and tools to implement inclusive practices in classrooms.
  3. Quarter 3: Introduce principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Differentiated Instruction to cater to diverse learning needs effectively.
  4. Quarter 4: Foster collaboration and create an inclusive school community by facilitating:
  • Visits to prominent institutions woking in the disability space locally.
  • Interactive sessions and conversations with persons with disabilities and self-advocates, based on their availability and time, providing invaluable perspectives and first-hand insights.

Program Highlights

  • Structured Training for Teachers: Includes five online sessions by education sector experts. Topics range from screening for disabilities to inclusive lesson planning, featuring innovative tools like the Anumaan Screening Tool.
  • Interactive Activities for Students: Engage young minds in understanding and appreciating differences.
  • Sustainable Integration: The program seamlessly aligns with the existing school curriculum, ensuring teacher ownership and long-term impact.

Join the Movement for Inclusive Education

“En-able” is not just a program; it is a movement towards building empathetic and inclusive school communities.

If you are ready to elevate your school’s commitment to inclusive education, we invite you to explore this transformative opportunity. Reach out to us to discuss how the “En-able” Program can make a lasting difference in your institution.

Year-Long Disability Awareness and Capacity Building Series

Proposal for Schools to Become Disability Friendly and Disability Confident

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