Sensitization and Awareness Session on Visual Impairment at MM B.Ed College, Davanagere 

On 17th March 2025, a half-day sensitization session on visual impairment was conducted for 190 students at MM B.Ed College, Davanagere, Karnataka. The session offered insights into how visually impaired individuals learn, read, and adapt to daily tasks by using their other senses, fostering independence and confidence. It also emphasized the crucial role of future educators in creating inclusive classrooms, providing practical tips on how teachers can support visually impaired students and access resources from organizations like Vision Empower. 

Participants explored tactile materials and accessible learning resources provided by Vision Empower, all designed to enhance the learning experience for visually impaired students. The institution expressed interest in signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to conduct regular sessions, showing their ongoing commitment to inclusive education and empowering future educator

These are some student testimonials.

“Today’s session taught me so much about visually impaired individuals and the resources that support their learning. It also made me reflect on how, as a sighted person, I can contribute to helping them. I was reminded of my friend Nataraj, a visually impaired classmate, who amazed me with his ability to use TalkBack to make calls and his incredible memory. This session gave me insights into how he did it and how I can better support visually impaired students in the future. I’m grateful to the facilitators for this valuable learning experience.”

“Today’s session resonated deeply with me, as someone who has experienced myopia and understands the challenges of being without spectacles. Even after my surgery, I still instinctively looked for my glasses, showing how attached I had become. I was unaware of the materials and tools available for visually impaired individuals, and I hadn’t considered how they manage tasks like writing or drawing shapes in geometry. 

This session has broadened my understanding, but I realize there’s much more to learn about supporting people with visual impairments. As a future educator, I see the importance of not only learning about inclusive education but also implementing it practically in the classroom. I also encourage the college to extend its focus to include other types of disabilities. I’m eager to learn more and be better prepared for my future teaching career.”