Physical accessibility in Malaysian higher educational institutions: Voices of students with disabilities
- 23 May 2022
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in International Social Work
- Vol. 66 (6) , 1669-1685
Abstract
In Malaysia, inclusiveness for people with disabilities in higher education remains a challenge. This study addresses the perception of 52 students with disabilities of their campuses’ physical accessibility. The survey shows partial dissatisfaction with facilities, with seniors displaying the highest discontent. In addition, interviews with 14 students reveal opinion discrepancies between students with visual impairments and those with other physical disabilities. The overall findings imply that inclusive education for students with disabilities is far from achieved. Thus, Malaysian social work has a critical role in intervening and advocating for inclusiveness in higher education.Keywords
Funding Information
- Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) of Malaysia (FRGS/1/2013/SS02/UUM/02/01)
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