DISABILITY: EVERYONE CONCERNED
In 2012, the Conference of University Presidents (CPU) and the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research signed the University/Disability Charter. Under this charter, universities participate in the implementation of disability policies to promote equal opportunities for people with disabilities. By committing to this charter, the USMB has placed disability at the heart of its development policy.
The USMB, a pioneer in welcoming and supporting students with disabilities, was well ahead of the 2005 law on equal rights and opportunities, participation and citizenship for people with disabilities. In fact, the starting point was the creation of a European resource center for the hearing impaired, which enabled the implementation of specific support, thus explaining the exponential number of hearing-impaired students enrolling in Savoie at the time. Since 2005, the USMB has attached great importance to providing support for students with disabilities, taking part in national initiatives and developing its identity as a "handi-accueillante" university.
It focuses on 5 main areas:
- Information and disability awareness
- Accessibility of premises and teaching
- Professional integration of students with disabilities
- Supporting disabled people in their professional or academics careers
- Recruiting and supporting disabled staff
This multi-year action plan is part of a global improvement initiative covering both academics and research, as well as current and prospective students and staff.
The USMB is committed to offering its disabled students and staff, whatever their status, the best possible conditions and tailor-made support.