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Project Inclusion
Project Inclusion
In India, Inclusive Education for students with Neuro-Developmental Disorder (NDD) is in evolving phase. The emphasis is on creating a support structure in general classrooms for better learning environment for NDD students. Therefore the efforts and contributions of the teachers in creating the ‘Inclusive Classrooms’ become crucial. PROJECT INCLUSION aims to sensitize and orient Education Officers, and empower teachers to identify and support students with NDD in their classrooms. The program focuses on Specific Learning Disability, Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and ADHD. Traditionally, the training sessions were conducted on-ground, however, with increased acceptability of teachers for online training and workshop sessions, especially due to Covid- 19 evolved norms, Project Inclusion provides training to the teachers through digital platforms.
Objectives
- Building an ecosystem where all stakeholders of education (Education Officers, Teachers, and Parents) with a shared sense of responsibility work towards bringing inclusion of children with NDD in schools and classrooms.
- The empathy based deep-rooted approach of the teachers towards students with NDD ensures their retention in mainstream education.
- Increased sensitivity and knowledge of the teachers makes a positive impact on all the students and parents, influencing the community and benefitting the upbringing of students with NDD.
- Higher engagement of parents lead to greater participation and support to the
teacher and school. - Providing relevant data of the students with NDD to the concerned authorities/organizations contribute in improvement of policies and implementation.
Project Footprints in India
After extensive research and project development since 2013, Project Inclusion (then called as Comprehensive Mental Health Education – CMHE) was formally introduced to government schools in August 2016 as a pilot project in Ghaziabad district of Uttar Pradesh. The project included training of 30 Education Officers at block and district levels and sensitization workshops with 1,450 teachers from 397 schools. Furthermore, support to teachers was provided in terms of teaching learning materials, special educators, and psychologists wherever required.
From a strong beginning, Project Inclusion has spread its wings to many states and Union
Territories.
- Operational in 14 States
- Teachers Oriented: 20, 419
- Screened Cases of NDD by Teachers: 18,176
- Students covered under Psychometric Assessments: 6,600
In The News
PROJECT FOOTPRINT IN INDIA
Bihar
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Puducherry
With its launch in Puducherry in Dec 2017, Project Inclusion has brought hope to more than 85,000 children in 430 government schools to make inclusive classrooms a reality. More than 5,000 teachers will receive Project Inclusion training in 2018.
Uttarakhand
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Chhattisgarh
Launched in Jan 2018.
Uttar Pradesh
After extensive research and project development since 2013, Project Inclusion (ten called as CMHE) was formally introduced to government schools in August 2016 as a pilot project in Ghaziabad district of Uttar Pradesh. The project included training of 30 Education Officers at block and district levels and sensitization workshops with 1,450 teachers from 397 schools. Furthermore, support to teachers was provided in terms of teaching learning materials, special educators, and psychologists wherever required. More than 90 per cent participants rated the project as ‘Excellent’, and many expressed their indebtedness to SAS, describing it as eye opener and helping to rediscover corners of kindness.
Jharkhand
In Jharkhand, as of Dec 31, 2017, more than 2,000 teachers from 453 schools have been trained by Project Inclusion. The Ranchi Institute of Neuro-Psychiatry & Allied Science (RINPAS) is supporting the initiative by providing disability certificates to the children with confirmed diagnosis if an NDD, so these children can access their due rights. In 2018, another 1,000 teachers will be geared up.
ZIIEI States
Uttar Pradesh
Jharkhand
Chhattisgarh
Uttarakhand
Puducherry
Bihar
Bihar
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Puducherry
With its launch in Puducherry in Dec 2017, Project Inclusion has brought hope to more than 85,000 children in 430 government schools to make inclusive classrooms a reality. More than 5,000 teachers will receive Project Inclusion training in 2018.
Uttarakhand
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Chhattisgarh
Launched in Jan 2018.
Uttar Pradesh
After extensive research and project development since 2013, Project Inclusion (ten called as CMHE) was formally introduced to government schools in August 2016 as a pilot project in Ghaziabad district of Uttar Pradesh. The project included training of 30 Education Officers at block and district levels and sensitization workshops with 1,450 teachers from 397 schools. Furthermore, support to teachers was provided in terms of teaching learning materials, special educators, and psychologists wherever required. More than 90 per cent participants rated the project as ‘Excellent’, and many expressed their indebtedness to SAS, describing it as eye opener and helping to rediscover corners of kindness.
Jharkhand
In Jharkhand, as of Dec 31, 2017, more than 2,000 teachers from 453 schools have been trained by Project Inclusion. The Ranchi Institute of Neuro-Psychiatry & Allied Science (RINPAS) is supporting the initiative by providing disability certificates to the children with confirmed diagnosis if an NDD, so these children can access their due rights. In 2018, another 1,000 teachers will be geared up.
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“Because of Project Inclusion training, I can relate to the students with learning disabilities in my classroom. Inclusive education is not a far-fetched dream, soon it will be a reality.” - Rehan Khan, Teacher -
“I can witness remarkable changes in my son’s behaviour. I am hopeful of a better future for him. I am also grateful to his teacher, Anjula. She is now a second mother of my son.” - Bandhani Urav, Parent
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CASE STUDY
Teachers find solutions for children with hidden disabilities
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