Our Commitment to Inclusive Education

At CBM India, we envision a world where every child can access quality education—one that embraces the uniqueness of every child and ensures that the diverse needs of all students are met. Yet, the reality is that children with disabilities are more likely to be out of school and at risk of dropping out.

Our approach to inclusive education aims to create conducive environments and bridge the learning gaps, ensuring a smooth transition to mainstream classrooms. We prioritize early intervention and integrate rehabilitation as a core element across all our inclusive education programs.

How We Do It

To make inclusive education a reality, our initiatives take a multifaceted approach that includes several key components.

Whole School Model

The initiative works to transform mainstream schools into spaces where all students, including children with disabilities, can learn together effectively. We focus on removing physical barriers and improving digital access through improved infrastructure and appropriate technology. Teachers and school staff receive specialized training, while School Management Committees are strengthened to promote inclusive practices. We support the development of curriculums that ensure every child can learn in ways that work best for them, following the Universal Design for Learning approach. We encourage all children to participate together, from sports and recreational activities to hands-on learning in inclusive science labs, promoting STEM education.

Inclusive Community Learning Centers (ICLCs)

These centers offer comprehensive support to children with disabilities, including medical screenings, education interventions, therapeutic services, assistive devices, and regular training and counseling for caregivers. When required, we also offer home-based support. Through our ICLCs, mostly located on government school campuses, we also extend our assistance by making their infrastructure accessible

Disability-Inclusive Resource Centers

These centers provide academic support, rehabilitation services, health resources, and cultural opportunities to students with and without disabilities, their families, and the community. A dedicated team of special educators, physiotherapists, and speech therapists provides essential support to children with disabilities and their caregivers.

Professional Training for Educators

To equip teachers with the knowledge and skills needed, we have developed comprehensive educational resources, backed by solid research. We also conduct regular training programs to enhance educators’ understanding of disabilities and inclusive teaching practices.

Our Impact in 2023 – 24

36,981

children learning across educational settings

948

teachers trained in inclusive education

578

caregivers/parents of children with disabilities trained

10

inclusive community learning centers

Voices of Change

The impact of our inclusive education initiatives is evident
in the voices of those we serve

Stories of Change

Access to inclusive education

is the first step towards empowering those
living with disabilities to strive for an equitable future.