DDS’s Inclusive Education for Disabled Children: Building a Future Without Barriers
Disabled Development Society (DDS) believes that education is a fundamental right for every child, regardless of their physical or intellectual ability. In line with this belief, DDS has prioritized inclusive education for disabled children as one of its core program areas—striving to ensure no child is left behind simply because they are differently-abled.
Across its working areas in Narayanganj district, DDS has launched inclusive education initiatives aimed at breaking the cycle of discrimination, isolation, and illiteracy. Many disabled children, especially those with visual, hearing, or mobility impairments, face lifelong exclusion from formal education. DDS is working to change that by integrating these children into the mainstream education system with the right support.
Through collaboration with local schools and community groups, DDS provides essential services such as:
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Special learning materials, including Braille books and large-print texts
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Assistive devices like white canes and hearing aids
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Home-based and community learning support for children unable to attend school
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Parent engagement programs and teacher training to promote inclusive practices
DDS also runs awareness campaigns to challenge social stigma and encourage families to enroll their disabled children in school. These efforts are supported by partnerships with local authorities, CSR donors, and community volunteers who believe in an inclusive future.
In many cases, DDS has successfully reintegrated children who had dropped out or never enrolled in school. Through persistent advocacy and personalized interventions, DDS helps children not only access education but also feel accepted and valued within their learning environment.
By promoting inclusive education, DDS is not just changing individual lives—it is transforming communities. It envisions a Bangladesh where classrooms reflect the diversity of society, and where every child, regardless of ability, has the opportunity to learn, dream, and succeed.
