Hybrid event: Experiences of Students and Alumni with Disabilities

Join us in person or online Wednesday, Dec. 3 to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities with an event that celebrates the voices and experiences of students and alumni with disabilities at Royal Roads University. This session will present findings from the research project “(In)visible Journeys: Experiences of Students and Alumni with Disabilities,” which explores barriers, enablers and pathways toward greater inclusion in post-secondary education. The event is free and sponsored by the Allan Cahoon Global Advancement and Diversity Fund.

The event will feature a panel of students and alumni who will share how their disabilities have shaped their learning experiences. Together, we will reflect on RRU’s ongoing progress toward accessibility and inclusion and engage in a collaborative discussion to identify tangible solutions that can be applied in classrooms, workplaces and institutional practices.

Whether you are a student, staff member, faculty or community partner, this event offers an opportunity to listen, learn and co-create a more accessible and equitable learning environment for all. Coffee/tea and light refreshments will be provided.

Register to attend in person

To register for the in-person event, please contact Alfiya Battalova by Friday, Nov. 21, and indicate if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions. Please note seats are limited to the first 50 registrants.

Register to attend virtually

Please register for Zoom details.

About the Organizers

Dr. Alfiya Battalova is an assistant professor and program head in the School of Humanitarian Studies (Bachelor of Arts in Justice Studies). Her research focuses on societal approaches to disability and health, and she is committed to advancing equity and accessibility in higher education.

Aleksandra Kovic-Bodiroza is a student accessibility specialist and an active member of RRU’s Accessibility Committee. She is dedicated to fostering inclusive learning environments and supporting the university’s commitment to accessibility through collaborative, student-centered initiatives.