Projects compleated

adapted the educational process for over 300 students with special needs, including persons with disabilities;

employed over thirty teaching assistants who supported students on a daily basis during the learning process, both in-person and online;

employed over ten sign language interpreters who translated spoken speech into Polish Sign Language during classes and other events organized at the University;

implemented an innovative videoconferencing tool on the University's home page with the support of a sign language interpreter, which improved communication between deaf people and key departments serving applicants, students and doctoral students;

adapted the University space to the needs of blind people by marking key teaching and administrative rooms, corridors and bathrooms with Braille signs, as well as installing a Totupoint information and navigation system;

established and coordinated the work of the Support and Development Centre, within which students and employees could benefit from the support of specialists in the form of individual consultations: a coach, a psychologist and a psychiatrist. 17 different support groups were run, including groups using elements of art therapy;

coordinated the implementation of alternative English language courses adapted to the needs of persons with disabilities, in particular the blind and deaf;

established and coordinated the work of the Centre for Adaptation and Supportive Technologies, thanks to which students and university staff could use technologies supporting education, adaptation of materials and specialist counselling and training;

equipped computer labs and the library with workstations adapted to the needs of persons with disabilities;

purchased a bus adapted to the needs of persons with disabilities;

coordinated the implementation of inclusive education guidelines and disability management procedures;

coordinated the process of website accessibility audits and subsequent adaptation of university websites to the current WCAG requirements;

purchased multimedia equipment and devices to support the learning process: interactive whiteboards and flipcharts, videoconferencing kits, a queue system adapted to the needs of persons with disabilities, noise-cancelling headphones, and portable drives. The lecture hall was equipped with an interactive lectern adapted to the needs of persons with disabilities, specialized chairs, and alternative lighting;

established and coordinated the Sports and Relaxation Center, which included three sports halls adapted to the needs of persons with disabilities. These were equipped with specialized equipment and exercise machines. Students with special needs, including those with disabilities, could benefit from alternative sports activities – individual or group. Games and teaching aids were also purchased to improve concentration, logical thinking, and creativity. The games are fully accessible to blind and visually impaired people;

Numerous training sessions, courses, and meetings were held to enhance the knowledge, skills, and awareness of University staff in the area of communication and working with persons with special needs, including those with disabilities. Training sessions and meetings were held on inclusive education, adapting the learning process, digital accessibility, sign language courses, and much more.