“We will accelerate awareness efforts in line with the goals of an Accessible University”
Speaking at the protocol ceremony, Rector Dalgar said; “As a university, we have previously undertaken various projects to facilitate the educational lives of individuals with disabilities. Our Equestrian and Hippotherapy Center contributes to society by organizing awareness activities for children with autism. Additionally, different faculties of our university are developing projects to ensure more active participation of individuals with disabilities in social life. Within the framework of this new protocol, we will carry out various projects with the Turkey White Crescent Association, organize campaigns, and accelerate awareness-raising efforts. With this protocol, ‘Accessible University MAKÜ’ has added a new one to its projects supporting equal opportunities in education” he stated.
Within the scope of this protocol, educational, research, and career planning activities will be conducted for individuals with physical, sensory, psychological, and intellectual differences.
The protocol encompasses a wide range of activities from awareness campaigns to infrastructure development, with the support of university students and non-governmental organizations. At the same time, it aims to support projects at the master's and doctoral levels.
Previously, Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University İstiklal Campus and Prof. Dr. İlhan Varank Library received the 2024 Accessibility in Space Award (Orange Flag), and MAKÜ Faculty of Sports Sciences received the 2024 Accessibility in Education Award (Green Flag).
The protocol was signed between MAKÜ Rector Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Dalgar and Turkey White Crescent Association Vice President Ahmet Aydemir. The ceremony was attended by MAKÜ Disability Unit Coordinator Prof. Dr. Elif Top, Rector Advisor Dr. Lecturer Veysel Dal, Isparta Branch President Ecir Tülcan, Isparta Branch Vice President Yunus Özler, and Isparta Branch Vice President Responsible for Projects Semra Çölün.
