CAHO Trains Teachers on Provision of Reasonable Accommodation for Learners with Disabilities in Terekeka County

Terekeka County, Central Equatoria State, South Sudan - Community Aid for Humanitarian Organization (CAHO) conducted a teacher training aimed at strengthening educators’ capacity to provide reasonable accommodation for learners with disabilities in schools across Terekeka County.

The training brought together teachers and education stakeholders to build practical knowledge and skills on creating more inclusive learning environments where children with disabilities can participate meaningfully and access education on an equal basis with their peers.

The training focused on helping teachers understand the different barriers faced by learners with disabilities and practical ways of addressing these barriers within the classroom and school environment.

Participants were introduced to the concept of reasonable accommodation and how simple, appropriate adjustments can enable learners with disabilities to participate effectively in lessons and school activities.

The sessions covered areas including adapting teaching and learning approaches, improving classroom participation, providing appropriate learning support, effective communication with learners with disabilities, and creating safe and inclusive classroom environments.

Speaking during the training, CAHO education specialist Simon Ndikiri emphasized that inclusive education goes beyond enrolling children with disabilities in school; it requires schools and teachers to ensure that learners are supported to participate, learn, and achieve their full potential.

“As CAHO, we want ensure that children with disabilities are properly taken care of while in schools and have all the necessary requirements they need are in place for them to keep in school”, Simon Ndikiri said.

The training also encouraged teachers to identify the individual needs of learners and work with parents, school leadership, communities, and relevant service providers to address barriers affecting children's education.

The teacher of Muni Lake Primary School welcomed the training, noting that it provided practical approaches that can be applied in everyday classroom settings.

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