DPR Member Distributes 50 PIP Scholarships for Students with Special Needs
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Member of the Indonesian House of Representatives Rajiv has distributed 50 scholarships under the Smart Indonesia Programme (PIP) to students with special needs at SLB ABC YPLAB, Lembang, West Bandung Regency, West Java, as part of efforts to expand access to inclusive education for all children.
Rajiv stated that the assistance is expected to help meet educational needs while boosting the learning motivation of children with special needs.
“Education is not just the right of a select few children, but the right of all the nation’s children. This assistance is hoped to alleviate educational needs while adding to the learning spirit of children with special needs,” said Rajiv in a statement received in Jakarta on Friday.
During the visit, Rajiv also held discussions with students, teachers, and parents to directly observe the educational process for children with special needs at the school.
According to him, the state needs to continue to be present in supporting inclusive education so that every child has equal opportunities to learn and develop.
“For my children at SLB ABC YPLAB, it’s a pleasure to meet you all today. Seeing you enjoy school days, learning, playing, and growing with full enthusiasm just like other children,” he said.
Rajiv also expressed appreciation to the parents, whom he considers to have a significant role in accompanying children with special needs in their education.
“To the parents of the students, you are great parents who continue to accompany, strengthen, and fight for the future of your children with full love and sincerity. May every effort made become a path to a better future for your beloved children,” he stated.
In addition to educational assistance, Rajiv responded to the school’s needs for supporting facilities, including the provision of wheelchairs for students.
“Regarding the headmistress’s request for wheelchairs, don’t make it four wheelchairs, tomorrow I’ll provide five wheelchairs,” said Rajiv.
He assessed that the roles of teachers and families are important factors in supporting the growth and development of children with special needs, thus requiring ongoing support from the government and society.
The Smart Indonesia Programme is one of the government’s educational assistance programmes aimed at increasing access to education for school-age children, including those from vulnerable groups and with special needs.