discussion meeting was held at Bahir Dar University under the theme "Building a disability inclusive society for better social development".
Bahir Dar University Directorate of Support and Services for the Disabilities, in collaboration with the Executive Committee of Women and Social Affairs and the Finnish Student Union has celebrated the 34th International Day of Persons with Disabilities and 33rd times in our country.
The conference was held under the theme «Building a disability inclusive society for better social development». There are various programs aimed at creating awareness among the university community.
The president of Bahir Dar University Mengesha Ayene (PhD), who made the opening speech of the conference, stated that the university is one of the leading higher education institutions that are aimed at including people with disabilities.
The president will add him.
"To make our university comfortable for people with disabilities is our priority. We need to ensure equal use of the process of learning and teaching in a way that is convenient for all. Even though the infrastructures that were built before did not include disability, the ones that will be built in the future may have taken this into consideration" they said.
Zelalem Temesgen (PhD), a teacher of Akato Education at Bahirdar University and Directorate of Support and Services for Persons with Disabilities, pointed out that there are no more than 10% of people with disabilities who have access to education in Ethiopia.
Dr. Zelalem said "Disability is difficult for one person, but it is easy for everyone" said Dr. Zellem, he realized that the day is celebrated to help the society understand the problems of students, staff and teachers with disabilities and discuss ways to remove obstacles. The focus is on the youth and students this year, they have stated that these youth are going to create a good environment for the disabled when they take responsibility tomorrow.
Dean Waltengus Mekonnen (PhD) of the Faculty of Humanities, has presented a comprehensive article that focuses on the incorrect languages and phrases that the society uses about people with disabilities. These proverbs have made us realize that disabled people should be corrected and replaced in a way that respects human dignity.
Birhane Asrat (PhD) (from Sports Academy) and Hirut Admasu (PhD)(from Humanities Faculty) who are exemplary in supporting and creating awareness for the disabled have been given certificates of recognition. Also a prize giving ceremony was held for six disabled students who scored high marks.
In addition, poems and poems presented by students with disabilities were presented to the audience, the program ended in a great way.
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