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Access4ALL
Advancing disability inclusion in higher education
Established in 2021, Access4ALL funded by the First Rand Foundation addresses gaps in institutional support for students with disabilities, as identified in the 2018 Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) Disability Framework. The initiative has completed a national situational analysis of 23 universities, onboarded four institutions for targeted support and developed training modules ranging from disability advocacy to universal design.
First Rand Foundation Project: Disability Rights Unit Capacity Building Programme,
Sol Plaaitjie University (SPU)
SPU signed a Memorandum of Understanding with HEDSA and UCT to enhance its disability support services through funding received from the First Rand Foundation for the Disability Rights Unit Capacity Building Programme. This partnership aims to improve access and success for students with disabilities at SPU. The MoU follows disability inclusion training for SPU staff, focusing on accessibility and universal design for learning. This initiative underscores SPU’s commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that supports the academic success and wellbeing of all students