Interview with MEP Chiara Gemma: "It is essential to contribute to the implementation of inclusive education systems through EU funding" – European Disability Forum

Interview with MEP Chiara Gemma: "It is essential to contribute to the implementation of inclusive education systems through EU funding"

29.10.2021

EDF

• Disability Intergroup,
• Interviews with MEPs

(Photo provided by Chiara Gemma)

This is the third of a series of interviews with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs). In this interview, we spoke with MEP Chiara Gemma about the future EU Disability Card, inclusive education, independent living, and effective integration into the labour market for people with disabilities, but also about her involvement in listening campaigns and their importance in transforming critical issues into priorities.

Question: What are the initiatives concerning the rights of people with disabilities that you would like to see implemented in the coming years in the EU?

Answer:

Inclusive education is essential to overcome barriers and create fully inclusive educational environments. It would be crucial to reform education systems to guarantee students with disabilities access to all levels of education on an equal footing with others.The EU and Member States should also fund and implement early intervention, starting with the identification and early assessment of the needs of children with disabilities and their parents. It is essential to contribute [...]