Dear all, the last date for call for abstract and papers for National Conference has been extended upto 28 February 2015.
Please Note: Themes marked '*' in the Tentative Program/ Suggested Themes have been modified. (viz. Conflict between Rights: Rights of Persons With Disabilities vs. Rights of Animals*) has been included. Please visit the link for the same: http://www.jnu.ac.in/Conference/EOO_Conf.pdf Please spread this info to the students. For any query/concerns, you may call on the given number in the invitation or on 092111-92333. . For easy access, I am hereby pasting the text of the notification. . . National Conference on Access to Higher Education: Overcoming Challenges faced by Students belonging to SCs, STs, OBCs & Students with Disabilities March 9-10, 2015 Equal Opportunity Office Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi 110067 e-mail: eoo.conference2...@gmail.com www.jnu.ac.in Invitation Dear Friends, It is with immense pleasure that, on behalf of the Equal Opportunity Office, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, I invite you to participate in the National Conference on Access to Higher Education: Overcoming Challenges Faced by Students Belonging to SCs, STs, OBCs & Students with Disabilities. Background: Students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC) and those with disabilities often encounter a multitude of unique challenges in spaces of higher education, independent of a further possibility of marginalization on the lines of regional identities, language, class, religion, gender, etc. The proposed conference proposes to facilitate thought and discussion on the impediments to equal opportunities for students, and to venture further to explore mechanisms for resolution of such challenges. The conference shall aim to evaluate different models and strategies for promoting equality in opportunities, and serve as a platform for interaction between stakeholders to share their perspectives, concerns and expertise. Efforts towards ensuring non-discrimination in opportunities to students have included action at the governmental level through various laws, policies, scholarships, schemes, etc.; at the institutional level to implement institution specific policies; and also at an organizational/ individual level through novel initiatives. The conference shall seek to build a constructive debate for the convergence of members from across the spectrum of stakeholders to promote learning and cohesion in action. It is envisaged that the conference program would inter alia comprise of discussions on legislative and policy initiatives; students' perspectives on challenges in the academic sphere including difficulties encountered in hostels, eating spaces, mobility across campuses, etc.; remedies available including public interest litigation for enforcement of legal rights; outcomes of adopted approaches with a focus on knowledge sharing; evolution of good practices; building of stakeholder networks for collaboration and pooling of resources, etc. This important academic event would provide an opportunity to bring together scholars, experts and writers, enable intense interactions, promote an exchange of ideas and experiences, and foster fellowship. The conference shall include invited lectures and symposia, panel discussions, free papers, film screenings as well as other oral and audio-visual presentations. Thus, papers, symposia, panels and other presentations are invited on various aspects of the conference theme and sub-themes. Guidelines for the same are enclosed. It shall be our endeavor to extend local hospitality to the participants. However, since complimentary accommodation at the JNU Guest House is limited, you are requested to register early. We look forward to seeing you at the conference, and to your active participation. Sincerely, Manu Mittal Conference Convener Organising Committee Prof. Manu Mittal Dr. Shivaji Kumar Sh. Avinash Shahi Conference Coordinators Sh. Kumar Nripendra Pathak Dr. G. N. Karna Sh. Mohib Anwar Prof. P. A. George Ms. Pragya Deora Sh. Md. Manzoor Alam Ms. Pronoti Baglary Sh. Amol Madame National Conference on Access to Higher Education: Overcoming Challenges Faced by Students Belonging to SCs, STs, OBCs & Students with Disabilities March 9-10, 2015 Second Announcement Tentative Program / Suggested Themes Last Date for Submission of Abstracts: February 28, 2015 Inaugural Session Session 1: Inter-Institutional Networking & Knowledge Sharing 1. Information Access -Access to course material and information at various levels 2. Stakeholder Obligations & Roles -Obligations of governments and institutions -Role to be played by NGOs & the civil society 3. Technology & Collaboration of Expertise -Development of databases (such as a national database) -Inter-linking of resources (such as major libraries) -Collaboration with international databases/ resources -E-learning resources and Digital libraries 4. Specialized Student Placement Cells -A coordinated approach to placement cells for students with disabilities Session 2: Legislative & Policy Provisions 1. Existing Statutes, Schemes & Policies - Acts, schemes and policies framed and implemented by the government, UGC and universities/ institutions 2. Academic Affairs & Examinations - Matters pertaining to examinations, such as the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (MSJE) guidelines and scribe related matters 3. Rights of Persons with Disability (RPD) Bill 2012 - A comparative review of the existing 1995 Act and the proposed 2012 Bill including provisions pertaining to education and barrier free environment 4. Reservations in Respect of SCs, STs, OBCs & PWDs -Practical aspects relating to reservations vis-à-vis interlocking & selections 5. Financial Assistance & Opportunities -Various models & schemes for financial & other assistance for students 6. Bridging the Knowledge Gap: Access to Information to Engage Participation -Accessibility of information on different policies through institutions Session 3: Advocating a Barrier-Free Environment: Attitudinal Barriers 1. Inter-Personal Interactions & Infrastructure Advancements -Overcoming barriers in interactions in hostels and within classrooms 2. Protection Against Harassment -Protection against harassment in educational institutions 3. Discrimination -Approaches to promoting non-discrimination 4. Social Exclusion -Strategies for promoting social cohesion and remedying exclusion Session 4: Implementation of Rights through Legal Remedies 1. Public Interest Litigation as a Tool for Enforcing Rights & Social Change 2. Leveraging the Right to Information Act, 2005 3. Making a Case in the Court of the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD) 4. Invoking the Powers of the NHRC Session 5(A): Barrier Free Institutions: Bridging the Gap or Creating a Divide? 1. Infrastructure Imperatives: Barrier Free Campus 2. Review of Strategies & Models: Exploring Role Models 3. Conflict between Rights: Rights of Persons With Disabilities vs. Rights of Animals* 4. Access to Information: Maintaining an Information Flow 5. Transportation and Mobility 6. Access to Professional &Vocational Courses Session 5(B): Establishing and Strengthening an Equal Opportunity Office 1. The EOO: Introduction & Review of Role in Institutions 2. The Way Forward: Making the EOO Effective 3. Possible Recommendations to the Government, the UGC & Institution Guidelines for Abstract Submission * Please submit the abstract of your paper/ symposium/ panel by 28 February 2015. * Abstracts may be submitted in English or in Hindi. * An abstract should not exceed 350 words. * Abstracts should be typed in single line spacing using 12 point Arial Font. * It is preferred that abstracts be sent by e-mail, however they may also be sent by post. * Use capital alphabets placed at the top of the page for the abstract title, followed by the author's/ authors' surname(s) preceded by initials, followed by the name and address of the institution(s) to which the author(s) is/are attached. * In case of there being more than one author for a particular abstract, underline name of the author who will present the paper. * Please Note: Themes marked '*' in the Tentative Program/ Suggested Themes have been modified. Correspondence Address Conference Convener, National Conference Equal Opportunity Office Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi - 110 067 e-mail: eoo.conference2...@gmail.com www.jnu.ac.in Telephone Numbers EOO Office +91-11-26704014 Prof Manu Mittal +91-98110-81869 Prof P. A. George +91-98682-14379 Dr G. N. Karna +91-98101-61358 1379 National Conference on Access to Higher Education: Overcoming Challenges faced by Students belonging to SCs, STs, OBCs & Students with Disabilities March 9-10, 2015 Equal Opportunity Office Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi 110067 REGISTRATION FORM Surname ............................................. First Name ................................................. Title (eg. Prof/Dr/Mr/Ms)................................ Occupation ................................................. Name of Institution ................................................................................................. 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Please send this form to: Conference Convener, National Conference Equal Opportunity Office Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi - 110 067 e-mail: eoo.conference2...@gmail.com www.jnu.ac.in Telephone Numbers EOO Office +91-11-26704014 Prof Manu Mittal +91-98110-81869 Prof P. A. George +91-98682-14379 Dr G. N. Karna +91-98101-61358 -- -- Mohib Anwar Rafay PhD Candidate in Center for International Law, JNU, New Delhi Phone: 09555555765 / 9278790000 Register at the dedicated AccessIndia list for discussing accessibility of mobile phones / Tabs on: http://mail.accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/mobile.accessindia_accessindia.org.in Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. 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