Dubai's Department of Education and Human Development has announced a new inclusive education system.
At the event at Zayed University, a “Bill on the System of Inclusive Education” was presented, highlighting the event and the regulatory framework necessary for the development of inclusive education in Dubai.
His Highness Sheikh Mansour ibn Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Supreme Committee for Human Rights, said: “The UAE’s constitution enshrines the right of every citizen to education. The policy of inclusive education echoes the national directives of the UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and ruler of Dubai. His The Highnesses of Sheikh Mohammed Ibn Rashid Al Maktoum, aimed at creating an open society, free from any obstacles. "
The regulatory framework was developed under the leadership of the Executive Board of Dubai as part of its “Society for Everyone” initiative, together with the Supreme Human Rights Committee. The leading role in the development of inclusive education was assigned to the Department of Education and Human Development of Dubai, the state body worked closely with other government agencies to draft a bill.
Sheikh Mansour said: "Education is one of the country's top priorities, creating equal opportunities for learning for everyone, we contribute to the capabilities of our youth and help develop the country in accordance with the adopted future strategy, the goal of which is to make Dubai and the UAE a model for other states."
Dr. Abdullah Al Karam, Chairman of the Board of Directors and General Director of the Department, stated that "the new policy is consistent with strategic plans and initiatives aimed at rallying the Dubai community to help people with disabilities. Our desire to make the city fully inclusive by 2020 will be strengthened by the adoption of new guidelines providing greater access and better training for students in Dubai who have special educational needs. opportunities. "
