Sustainability & ESG

The Disability Support Office at BSACIST operates under the leadership of the Registrar, Dean (Student Affairs), Director (Estate & Campus Development), Director (CDC) and Director (IQAC). This office is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable environment for differently-abled students, faculty, and staff and the institute’s broader commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

OBJECTIVES

1. Promote Accessibility: Ensure physical, academic, and digital accessibility for differently-abled individuals across campus.
2. Empower Participation: Facilitate equal opportunities in education, employment, and campus activities.
3. Combat Discrimination: Uphold the principles of the Anti-Discrimination Policy to eliminate bias and stigma.
4. Compliance with Legal Frameworks: Adhere to the Accessibility Guidelines and Standards for Higher Education Institutions and Universities, 2022, MoE, Govt. of India.
5. Holistic Support: Provide tailored resources, accommodations, and skill-development programs to enhance academic and professional success.
6. Awareness Building: Promote a culture of inclusivity through training, workshops, and sensitization programs.

KEY FUNCTIONS

The Disability Support Office operates through the collaborative efforts of its administrators:

1. DEAN (STUDENT AFFAIRS)

• Student-Centric Support:

o Oversee academic accommodations (e.g., scribes, extended exam time, Braille materials).

o Coordinate counselling services for mental health and emotional well-being.
o Facilitate peer mentoring programs and student-led inclusivity initiatives.
• Advocacy: Ensure student grievances related to accessibility or discrimination are addressed promptly, per the Anti-Harassment Policy.

2. DIRECTOR (ESTATE & CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT)

• Infrastructure Development:
o Maintain and upgrade accessible facilities: ramps, lifts, pathways, restrooms, and low-floor buses.
o Procure and deploy assistive technologies (e.g., Braille software, screen readers, wheelchairs).
o Ensure compliance with universal design principles in new constructions.
• Transportation: Manage battery car services, reserved seating, and accessible routes.

3. DIRECTOR (IQAC)

• Quality Assurance:
o Monitor the implementation of accessibility standards through audits and feedback mechanisms.
o Integrate inclusivity metrics into institutional quality benchmarks.
o Collaborate with the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee to align practices with relevant institutional policies.
• Training Programs: Organize workshops for faculty and staff on disability etiquette, assistive technologies, and inclusive pedagogy.

4. REGISTRAR

• Policy Implementation:
o Enforce institutional policies, including the Anti-Bribery Policy and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.
o Maintain records of accommodations, grievances, and resolutions.

• Legal Compliance:
Ensure adherence to statutory requirements under the Accessibility Guidelines and Standards for Higher Education Institutions and Universities, 2022, MoE, Govt. of India.

CORE SERVICES

1. Academic Accommodations:
o Scribes, extra time, Braille/high-contrast materials, and accessible e-learning platforms.
2. Physical Accessibility:
o Wheelchair-friendly infrastructure, lifts, ramps, and dedicated pathways.
3. Skill Development:
o Specialized training programs (e.g., vocational skills, digital literacy).
4. Transportation:
o Reserved seats, low-floor buses, and battery-operated campus vehicles.
5. Counselling and Mentorship:
o Peer support networks and mental health resources.

GOVERNANCE AND COLLABORATION

• The office works in tandem with the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee to review policies and address systemic barriers.
• Regular reporting to the Vice-Chancellor ensures accountability and continuous improvement.

Contact Information
For assistance or grievances, contact:
Disability Support Office
Email: registrar@crescent.education