AccessibleEU European Event: Accessibility and Higher Education

The "Accessibility and Higher Education" awareness-raising event aims to be a melting pot of ideas and innovation, bringing together a vibrant mix of university professors, students, administrative and service staff, researchers, and managers from inclusion service offices. Together, they will delve into discussions about best practices, confront challenges, and explore new frontiers in making European universities more accessible.
Furthermore, this event aspires to sketch out a European roadmap for the future, advocating for a holistic approach to ensure that accessibility in higher education not only meets current standards but also anticipates the needs and aspirations of the future. This balanced perspective aims to merge practical, on-the-ground experiences with strategic, visionary thinking to create a more inclusive and accessible educational landscape across Europe.
This event will take place on 30 October 2024, from 9:00 to 17:30 (WET). Participants will be able to attend both online and in person.
In-person location: Faculdade de Psicologia e de Ciências da Educação de Universidade do Porto, R. Alfredo Allen, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
Agenda
9:00-9:30 | Opening Session: The European Commitment to Accessibility: Following Steps and Challenges
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9:30-11:00 | Panel 1: Advancing Accessibility and Inclusion: Working on Policies, Practices and Culture at the University Moderator: Silvia Duarte, Fundación ONCE – EUni4ALL
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11:00-11:30 | Coffee Break |
11:30-12:30 | Panel 2: Accessibility and Design for All: Revision and Adaptation of Curricula Moderator: Klaus Miesenberger, Johannes Kepler University Linz
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12:30-14:00 | Panel 3: Enhancing Accessibility for Students with Disabilities in the European Higher Education Moderator: Boris Janča, Masaryk University
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14:00-14:15 | Closing remarks and presentation of upcoming session
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14:15-15:30 | Lunch |
15:30-17:30 | Panel 4 (onsite only): Inspirational and Practical Session Sharing Initiatives of Accessibility and Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities at the University Moderator: Alice Ribeiro; University of Porto
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