A Lesson That Stayed with Aniket Aniket is a Class 6 student at Victoria Memorial School for the Blind, Maharashtra. He comes from a family that is into farming. Aniket learned about environmental challenges such as water scarcity and the importance of rainwater harvesting. The learning was accessible, meaningful and...
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Two bright young learners from different corners of India, separated by more than 2,000 kilometres, share a powerful common connection. Both are curious, talented, and eager to learn more. For both of them, visual impairment has never been the real problem. The real problem was ACCESS. Ankita Singh, a Class...
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When we hear firsthand feedback from our students and teachers, we are reminded why accessible STEM education matters so deeply. It reaffirms that we are working for the right cause that deserves far more attention and investment. This is the story of the students who inspire us every day, the...
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A child’s learning journey extends beyond the classroom, and parents play a vital role in shaping that experience. However, when a child is visually impaired, many families may not have access to the knowledge, resources, or strategies needed to effectively support learning at home. In many cases, parents are sighted...
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What does it take for a child with visual impairment to truly experience science? For sighted students, science is taught through diagrams, charts, and demonstrations. But for a child who cannot rely on sight, learning must be accessible, inclusive, and experiential – using sound, touch, and movement to bring concepts...
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Inclusive STEM education in Kerala: Ajwed’s story Inclusive STEM education is changing how students like Ajwed experience learning. Born in Muthiramparambu in Malappuram, Ajwed faced vision challenges from infancy. Despite multiple medical consultations, his vision did not improve, but his parents remained committed to his education. The background: Systemic gaps...
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Inclusive STEM education in practice: Gopika’s story Inclusive STEM education is transforming how students like Gopika learn and experience the classroom. A Class 10 student at Tiruvannamalai, Gopika comes from Kolavoor and has complete vision loss. Despite financial constraints—her father is a coconut vendor and her mother a tailor—her parents...
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The two-day Pragya Teacher Training Program in Khordha equipped educators with practical tools in STEM education, digital literacy, and assistive technologies to create more inclusive and engaging learning environments for students with visual impairment. Through hands-on sessions and exposure to tools like Subodha audiobooks, teachers strengthened their ability to support...
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