The Disabled Welfare Society (DWS) and Sightsavers International have called for a disability-friendly examination system. They demanded the removal of all forms of discrimination and hindrances for students with disabilities.
The organisations made the call at a consultation titled “Breaking Barriers in Examinations: A Consultation on Examination Uniformity for Persons with Disabilities.” DWS organised the event with support from Sightsavers at the Tofazzel Hossain Hall of the National Press Club on Wednesday, said a press release on Thursday.
Statistics from the Social Service Department found, about 46 lakh people with disabilities in Bangladesh, said Md. Ershad Ali, a teacher of National Special Education College.
National policy from 2025 on the selection of amanuensis for disabled students is not suitable for all types of disabilities, he added. Different departments follow separate policies, which further complicates the problems. Students with disabilities face obstacles before entering the examination hall, including selecting an amanuensis and entrance problems for students in wheelchairs.
Campaign adviser of Sightsavers International, urged all concerned to play their due role so that students with disabilities are not deprived of educational opportunities.
