Business Overview
The University Consortium Kyoto, a public interest incorporated foundation, is engaged in projects supporting students with disabilities, which are in high demand from member schools, in line with the enforcement of the ‘Act on the Elimination of Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities’ enacted in April 2016. This time, with the enforcement of the revised Act on the Elimination of Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities in April 2024, each university will provide support based on its approach, and we will hold a training session for university faculty and staff on “Handling Students with Disabilities” as outlined below. We look forward to your participation.
Outline of the event
2nd Session
- 1. Purpose
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This training is designed for staff working in academic and student workplaces, providing an opportunity to learn the basic concepts necessary for dealing with students with disabilities. This is not limited to academic and student staff; faculty and staff who have been assigned to support students with disabilities due to personnel transfers, as well as staff from other departments, are also eligible.
In light of the enforcement of the revised Act on the Elimination of Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities in April 2024, this event serves as an opportunity to systematically learn about the meaning of reasonable accommodation and the forms of support based on it. - 2. Date and Time
- Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 14:00~16:30
- 3. Venue
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Campus Plaza Kyoto 2nd Floor Hall
(939 Higashishiokoji-cho, Nishinotoin-dori Shiokoji-sagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City)
[Access] 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line, JR lines, and Kintetsu Kyoto Line - 4. Eligibility
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(1) Faculty and staff responsible for academic affairs or student duties at universities and other higher education institutions
(2) If you understand the purpose of this training, faculty and staff who meet the following criteria may also participate
・Those who have previously been or may be responsible for academic or student-related duties in the past or may be in charge in the future
・Staff from the library department, entrance exam preparation department, career support department, etc.
・Persons in charge of student support with disabilities who have little work experience at universities or similar institutions - 5. Capacity
- 60 (first-come, first-served basis)
- 6. Participation Fee
- free
- 7. How to Apply
- Applications are now closed.
- 8. Application Period
- October 21, 2025 (Tue) ~ November 14, 2025 (Fri) (Registration closes once capacity is reached)
- 9. Details and Schedule
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Time Contents 13：30 Registration Begins 14：00 Opening Remarks and Explanation of the Purpose 14：05 Topic provided: “Barrier-Free Reading and Support for Students with Disabilities” — The Future of Accessible Books Considered Through Workshops
lecturer
Ms. Chihoko Aoki (Associate Professor, Faculty of Symbiotic Society Creation, Tsukuba University of Technology)
Facilitator
Ms. Emiko Dobashi (Chief Coordinator, SDA Office, Student Support Center, Doshisha University)≪ Content≫
In recent years, the term “barrier-free reading” has been gaining attention. As Sao Ichikawa, a Akutagawa Prize-winning author, conveyed, there are still many social barriers for people with disabilities to enjoy reading.
Educational institutions also face many challenges, such as a shortage of accessible teaching materials, delays in data conversion at support sites, poor collaboration between libraries and support offices for students with disabilities, and inadequate systems for sharing accessible materials.
Therefore, this training will provide an overview of legal systems related to barrier-free reading and the latest case studies, and examine what kinds of responses and collaborations are actually possible in educational settings.
Reading is the gateway to learning and the foundation of education. Creating an environment where every student can access the information they need in the right way is a vital mission for university stakeholders.
Through this workshop, let’s think together about concrete steps toward the future of accessible books.14：50 Break 15：00 Reading Barrier-Free Workshop 16：15 Conclusion 16：30 closing - 10. Others
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Organizer: University Consortium Kyoto (Public Interest Incorporated Foundation)
Cooperation: Kyoto University Higher Education Accessibility Platform (HEAP)
Session 1
- 1. Purpose
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This training is designed for staff working in academic and student workplaces, providing an opportunity to learn the basic concepts necessary for dealing with students with disabilities. This is not limited to academic and student staff; faculty and staff who have been assigned to support students with disabilities due to personnel transfers, as well as staff from other departments, are also eligible.
In light of the enforcement of the revised Act on the Elimination of Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities in April 2024, this event serves as an opportunity to systematically learn about the meaning of reasonable accommodation and the forms of support based on it. - 2. Date and Time
- August 28, 2025 (Thu) 14:00~16:30
- 3. Venue
- Campus Plaza Kyoto 2nd Floor Hall
(939 Higashishiokoji-cho, Nishinotoin-dori Shiokoji-sagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City)
[Access] 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line, JR lines, and Kintetsu Kyoto Line - 4. Eligibility
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(1) Faculty and staff responsible for academic affairs or student duties at universities and other higher education institutions
(2) If you understand the purpose of this training, faculty and staff who meet the following criteria may also participate
・Candidates who have previously been in charge of academic affairs or student duties or may be in charge in the future
・Applicants from the entrance exam and career support departments
・Persons in charge of student support with disabilities who have little work experience at universities or similar institutions - 5. Capacity
- 60 (first-come, first-served basis)
- 6. Participation Fee
- free
- 7. How to Apply
- Applications are now closed.
- 8. Application Period
- July 10, 2025 (Thu) ~ August 14, 2025 (Thu) (Registration will close once capacity is reached)
- 9. Details and Schedule
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time substance 13：30 Registration Begins 14：00 Opening Remarks and Explanation of the Purpose 14：05 Topic Presentation: “How is support for students with disabilities conducted? Let’s take a look at real-world initiatives!”
Lecturer
Yasuhiko Tarui (Head of the Disability Student Support Office, Ryukoku University / Ryukoku University Junior College / Professor, Faculty of Sociology)
facilitator
Ms. Emiko Dobashi (Chief Coordinator, SDA Office, Student Support Center, Doshisha University)≪ Content≫
“Is this correct? How I handled it…” “When you’re in trouble, who should you turn to…?” Have you ever felt such anxieties or questions while interacting with students with disabilities?
At Ryukoku University and Ryukoku University Junior College, starting in June 2025, a “salon” was launched for faculty and staff in academic departments where they can openly discuss support and learn from each other. Although it is still in the trial phase, this time we will introduce these initiatives as topics and exchange opinions.
We hope to use this time to think about “what kind of support is truly useful on the ground.” Even during a short break in your busy schedule, you’re sure to gain something to gain.15：05 Break 15：15 Discussion and Q 16：15 Conclusion 16：30 closing - 10. Others
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Organizer: University Consortium Kyoto (Public Interest Incorporated Foundation)
Cooperation: Kyoto University Higher Education Accessibility Platform (HEAP)
Contact us
University Consortium Kyoto, Student Support Division
(Office hours) Tuesday~Saturday 9:00~17:00
TEL：075-353-9189 FAX：075-353-9101
mail: gk-ml■consortium.or.jp (Please replace the ■ part with @ when sending the email)
