Ensuring equal access to inclusive and quality education services, including by creating a sustainable joint pilot model for distance and on-line education and training in Byala-Giurgiu-Silistra (EQUAL - ROBG00284) - ROBG00284

What is the purpose?

Specific Objective: 4.2 - Improving equal access to inclusive and quality services in education, training and lifelong learning through developing accessible infrastructure, including by fostering resilience for distance and on-line education and training

Byala, Giurgiu and Silistra as well as the rest of the cross-border region faces several common territorial challenges in the sphere of inclusive education for children with SEN: limit access to quality education, including specialized services for children with SEN, lack of resources, training, and support, inadequate educational infrastructure, especially in rural and isolated areas, limited or lacking access to assistive technologies and adaptive learning tools hinders the educational progress of students with SEN. There is shortage of specialized educational services, such as sensory therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and psychological support, which are essential for children with SEN. According to the existing data (highlighted in the Territorial Analysis) both countries face challenges related to the training and availability of educators who are prepared to work with SEN children and lack of digital/online educational tools and resources. There is a need for digital resources, allowing children with SEN to participate in distance learning. The overall objective of the EQUAL project is ensuring equal access to inclusive and quality education services, including by creating a sustainable pilot model for distance and on-line education and training in Byala-Giurgiu-Silistra.