Pakistan Launches New Inclusive Education Course to Foster Equitable Learning for All Students
— September 17, 2024
ISLAMABAD (AIA) The Federal College of Education, in collaboration with Sightsavers, an international organization dedicated to preventing avoidable blindness and promoting inclusive education, has officially launched a new course on inclusive education. The event, attended by key stakeholders from the education and development sectors, marks a significant milestone in efforts to enhance learning opportunities for children and youth with disabilities across Pakistan.
The course, designed by experts and approved by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Punjab University (PU), is now being offered at the Federal College of Education. This initiative reinforces ongoing efforts to promote inclusive education in the country.
Prof. Dr. Samia Rehman Dogar, Director of the Federal College of Education, outlined the course’s development, from concept to approval, and highlighted its critical role in ensuring equitable access to education for all students. She emphasized key aspects such as inclusive pedagogy, accessibility, equity, and real-world applications aimed at driving societal change.
Munazza Gillani, Director for Pakistan and the Middle East at Sightsavers, stressed the importance of expanding this course beyond the Federal College of Education to other institutions across Pakistan. “We aim to make this course accessible to educators nationwide so more students can benefit from inclusive education practices,” Gillani stated.
Prof. Dr. Tariq Mehmood Chauhdary, Director of the Institute of Education and Research at Punjab University, hailed the initiative as a vital step toward inclusive education in Pakistan. He emphasized the need to equip educators with tools that foster a learning environment where all students, regardless of ability, can thrive.
Experts from the academic and development sectors, including Dr. Shamsa Aziz from the International Islamic Universi