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Vision
To be a leading institution that fosters an inclusive, accessible, and empowering environment for students and staff with disabilities, enabling them to thrive academically, professionally, and socially.
Mission
To advocate for, support, and promote the rights of students and staff with disabilities at Wits, ensuring equal access to education, opportunities, and services, raising awareness and creating a culture of inclusivity on campus.
Who We Are
The Disability Rights Unit (DRU) plays a critical role in creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all students and staff with disabilities, ensuring equal opportunity for success. We are committed to ensuring that Wits is an accessible, equitable, and supportive environment for all members of our university community.
At the heart of our work is an understanding that disability is a social justice imperative. We challenge ableism in all its forms and advocate for a society that values diversity and inclusivity.
The DRU provides necessary support services and reasonable accommodations, while fostering a culture of respect, understanding, and shared responsibility.
Our Core Values
- Accessibility: Ensuring equal access to education, support services and co-curricular activities
- Advocacy: Promoting disability rights and policies that reflect the community's needs
- Collaboration: Working with all internal stakeholders to enhance accessibility and rights for people with disabilities
- Empowerment: Supporting the independence and success of students and staff with disabilities
- Inclusivity: Creating a welcoming environment for all students and staff
Key Services Offered
- Academic accommodations (e.g. extra time & other concessions)
- Assistive technology and device loans
- Provision of accessible course material (e.g. digital, braille, tactile)
- IT and Mobility training
- South African Sign Language interpretation / Real-time captioning services for Deaf students
Meet the DRU Team
Back: Mr Andrew Sam (Adaptive Technologist), Mrs Subhashini Ellan (Academic & Facilities Access Coordinator), Ms Megan Greaves (SA Sign Language Interpreter), Dr Leila Abdool Gafoor (Head), Mr Bongani Sithole (Accessible Study Content Provider), Ms Londiwe Mngoma (Reception), Ms Kobela Petja (Print Impaired Access Coordinator), Ms Arlene Damons (Academic Concessions & Therapy Coordinator). Front: Mr Alfred Tlou (Tests & Exams Officer)
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