Category: COVID-19

KSIxChange Discussion #26: Urgency of support systems in the implementation of socio-economic policies for people with disabilities in the pandemic era of Covid-19

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On Thursday 30 July, KSIxChange hosted an online discussion on the topic: ‘Urgency of support systems in the implementation of socio-economic policies for people with disabilities in the pandemic era of Covid-19.’ The forum brought together leaders and advocates working in the disability sector in various regions of Indonesia as well as Tricia Malowney OAM, National Disability…

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Akomodasi yang Layak bagi Siswa dengan Disabilitas di Masa Pandemi: Pengalaman Mengajar Guru Belajar dari Rumah

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Salah satu bentuk respon pemerintah Indonesia terhadap dampak wabah Coronavirus (Covid-19) terhadap dunia pendidikan adalah dengan mengeluarkan kebijakan pembelajaran jarak jauh. Kebijakan yang dikeluarkan oleh Kementerian Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan ini seiring dengan ditutupnya sekolah-sekolah dan institusi pendidikan lainnya untuk mencegah menyebaran Coronavirus di Indonesia. Terkait pendidikan bagi anak berkebutuhan khusus (ABK), Provinsi Jawa Timur menduduki…

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Impact of coronavirus pandemic on people with disabilities is discussed at the Indonesia Project’s global webinar series, 24 June 2020

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On Wednesday 24 June 2020, AIDRAN committee members participated in the global webinar series hosted by the Indonesia Project at the Crawford School of Public Policy, The Australian National University (ANU). The webinar focused on Covid-19 and vulnerable people in Indonesia, including people living with disabilities. The webinar itself demonstrated a commitment to accessibility, providing…

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Catatan Webinar Series II: Akomodasi Layak dan Pembelajaran Mahasiswa Difabel di Masa Pandemi

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Sistem pembelajaran daring memberikan tantangan dan konsekuensi yang tidak pernah dibayangkan sebelumnya. Proses belajar tatap muka pada masa pra-pandemic sudah memberikan tantangan besar bagi penyandang disabilitas akibat keterbatasan dukungan dari lembaga pendidikan dan pemerintah. Lalu, apakah tantangan tersebut menjadi jauh lebih besar dengan proses belajar daring?

Program Bantuan Sosial dari Pemerintah Indonesia di Masa Pandemi COVID-19

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Sebagai usaha dalam menangani dampak ekonomi ini, pemerintah Indonesia telah menyiapkan dana ratusan triliun untuk membantu masyarakat yang terdampak Covid, terutama masyarakat menengah ke bawah. Beberapa program pun yang diperkenalkan pemerintah  terbagi menjadi dua kategori, yaitu program non-reguler (4 program) dan program reguler (3 program).

COVID-19 Plan for the Disability Services Sector

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People with disability who have underlying chronic health conditions, or who have high support needs may be at increased risk of contracting COVID-19. Infection is also likely to spread rapidly in residential settings such as group homes if not managed effectively. It is vital that service providers are prepared and supported to respond to COVID-19.