Project Details

Welcoming Schools

The “Welcoming Schools” project responds to the clear gap between inclusion policies and the actual ability of students with disabilities to attend school regularly and benefit from the educational process.
Through this project, Ataa Fund expands the rehabilitation of inclusive schools across various educational administrations and builds an effective model for inclusive education within public schools.

Partner Organization:
Educational Foundation for Early Intervention and Capacity Building

Implementation Period

Project Start Date: June 2021
Project Status: Ongoing
Phase One completed; Phase Two currently under implementation.

Types of Disabilities

Visual disabilities
Intellectual disabilities
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Learning difficulties

Achieved Impact

Average student attendance increased from 28% in the first year to 84% in the second year of project implementation.
50% of students with visual disabilities showed improvement in reading and writing skills (Braille / visual aids) exceeding 75%.
55% of students with intellectual disabilities showed improvement in academic skills exceeding 60%.

A total of 148 students with disabilities benefited from the project. In the coming years, more students will gain access to education within the same schools.