Accessibility Without Boundaries (AWB)
The ARC Webinar Series on Inclusive Practices
Why This Webinar Series?
- Fosters Accessibility Awareness: the webinar series raises critical awareness about accessibility and inclusion across learning environments
- Encourages Cross-Disciplinary Learning: The series invites experts and stakeholders from diverse fields of knowledge so that one can share ideas and approaches concerning wholesome inclusion
- Extends Beyond Academia: Unlike many initiatives confined to university environments, this series is firmly rooted in the belief that inclusion is a societal issue, and therefore we are truly invested in extramural dialogues.
In sum, The ARC Webinar Series on Inclusive Practices aims to build awareness, share cross-disciplinary strategies, and brings together real-life experiences and grassroots innovations in accessibility.
Who Is This For?
- Educators and learners
- Parents and caregivers
- Disabled individuals and their co-travellers
- Civil society organizations
- Accessibility advocates and practitioners
What Makes AWB Different?
- Recognizes accessibility as everyone's responsibility and entitlement
- It hopes to learn from stakeholders across care arrangements
- Holds in highest respect trial and error approaches, and folk wisdom concerning accessibility
- Humbly subscribes to the perspective that path to accessibility lies in community building
Convenor
Dr. Hemachandran Karah
Associate Professor, IIT Madras
Coordinator
Dr. Karthika J
Senior Research Fellow, The ARC
Adaptations & Accommodations for Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
UpcomingJoin us for an important webinar focusing on practical adaptations and accommodations for persons living with Multiple Sclerosis. This session will explore strategies for creating inclusive environments that support individuals with MS in educational, professional, and social settings.
This webinar will cover:
- Understanding Multiple Sclerosis and its diverse manifestations
- Workplace accommodations and adaptive technologies
- Educational support strategies for students with MS
- Community resources and support systems
- Lived experiences and practical insights
Ms. Smitha Sadasivan
Senior Advisor, Inclusive Health Policy, Disability Rights India Foundation
Member, Multiple Sclerosis Society of India Chennai Chapter
Ms. Smitha Sadasivan brings extensive experience in inclusive health policy and disability rights advocacy. As a member of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of India Chennai Chapter, she provides valuable insights into the lived experiences of persons with MS and the importance of community support and policy advocacy.
Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM IST
Platform: Online
Language: English
Accessibility: Live captions available