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Disability Rights Unit

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At Wits University, it’s not enough to enrol students with disabilities - our commitment is to provide an enabling platform that promotes academic success. The Disability Rights Unit (DRU) exists to make Wits welcoming and accessible for everyone. We're here to support students and staff with disabilities in their academic journey, working life and well-being, while also striving to break down barriers to create a more inclusive and equitable university. It's an ongoing commitment we're proud to be part of.

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How can DRU assist you?

×ãÇò¾º²ÊappÅÅÃûs with Disabilities We assist students with visual, physical, hearing, neurodevelopmental, psychosocial, chronic illnesses, and temporary disabilities. Find out how to access support.
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×ãÇò¾º²ÊappÅÅÃû with Disabilities Wits is committed to ensuring that staff with disabilities have equitable opportunities to succeed, contribute, and advance in their careers. Find out more.
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Lecturers & Academic ×ãÇò¾º²ÊappÅÅÃû Teaching students with disabilities doesn't mean lowering standards or doing everything differently. It means removing barriers so students can demonstrate their true abilities.
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Prospective ×ãÇò¾º²ÊappÅÅÃûs To access support, register with the DRU. All information about your disability remains confidential and is only shared with those providing your accommodations.
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Resources and Downloads Access Wits' disability policies, medical forms, accommodation request forms, and guides for students and lecturers on concessions, assistive technology, and accessible teaching.
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Contact Us Find our office locations, contact details, and connect with the right team member, from adaptive technology and concessions to accessible content and exam support.

 

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Disclosure of your Disability

Your privacy is important to us. All disability-related information will be kept strictly confidential and shared only with those directly involved in providing support or assessing accommodations.

Disclosure is voluntary and won't affect your access to services. We'll take all necessary precautions to protect your personal information.

By registering, you consent to the use and disclosure of your information as described above.

Last year, 1126 students with disabilities were registered at Wits!

307 students with neurodevelopmental disabilities This is the largest group, including students with conditions such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and learning disabilities.
190 students with multiple disabilities ×ãÇò¾º²ÊappÅÅÃûs with more than one type of disability require integrated support services. Over 65% of these students indicated having neurodevelopmental disabilities and/or psychosocial disabilities.
175 students with psychosocial disabilities This includes students experiencing mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder that impact their academic participation.
133 students with chronic illnesses and impairments This includes students with long-term medical conditions such as diabetes, epilepsy, and autoimmune conditions that affect their daily functioning.
128 students with visual impairments Ranging from low vision to complete blindness, these students benefited from assistive technologies such as screen readers, magnifiers, braille devices and accessible course material.
106 students with physical disabilities This includes mobility impairments requiring wheelchair access, adaptive mobility equipment, and ergonomic support.
56 students with temporary disabilities ×ãÇò¾º²ÊappÅÅÃûs with short-term conditions such as injuries, surgeries, or medical recuperation who require temporary accommodations.
31 students with hearing impairments Includes students who are Deaf or hard of hearing, often supported through sign language interpretation, live captioning, and assistive listening devices.