This is a presentation on the link between the Bologna Process and studying and working with a disability in higher education, given by Gilles Verschoore, at the 2nd Education for All conference in Warsaw, September 24th, 2009.

1. The Bologna Process and studying with a disability Gilles Verschoore Coordinator esdon esdon esdon@esdon.org +32 485/376 434 Gasmeterlaan 134 B-9000 Gent Belgium

9. Stocktaking (1/2)

10. Stocktaking (2/2)

11. Action lines (1/14) Qualifications Frameworks / Three-Cycle System Joint Degrees Mobility Recognition Quality Assurance Social Dimension Employability Lifelong Learning EHEA in a global context Stocktaking Bologna Beyond 2010

18. Action lines (8/14) London 2007: “ We therefore continue our efforts to provide adequate student services, create more flexible learning pathways into and within higher education, and to widen participation at all levels on the basis of equal opportunity. ”

19. Action lines (9/14) “ We share the societal aspiration that the student body entering, participating in and completing higher education at all levels should reflect the diversity of our populations. We reaffirm the importance of students being able to complete their studies without obstacles related to their social and economic background. ”

36. Leuven/Louvain-la-Neuve (10/10)

37. How does studying (and working) with a disability links to the Bologna Process?

46. A missed opportunity The memorandum: “ From Bologna to Bruges and far beyond. Equal opportunities for people with disabilities. ”

47. Thank you for your attention! www.esdon.org