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The Office of Inclusive Learning Support (ILS) provides support services that are available to all students. Our goal is to ensure that every aspect of campus life and the academic experience is inclusive and accessible to students, faculty members, and staff alike. Inclusivity and advocacy are two integral pillars for us.
Our efforts aim to ensure equal participation and learning experiences for all students, including those with disabilities. Currently ILS supports students with visual impairment, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, psycho-social disabilities, and other neurodivergent conditions.
In alignment with our commitment to facilitating learning support, the Office extends its services to provide academic support for students from marginalised communities and challenging socio-economic backgrounds, helping bridge educational disparities. The Office also advocates on issues of gender, sexuality, etc, and encourages a culture of inclusivity and accessibility on campus.
The Office assesses needs on a case-by-case basis to make recommendations for reasonable accommodations on campus. Additionally, the Office is involved in creating an active space in the University that could be used for advocacy, education, and awareness regarding accessibility, diversity, and inclusion.
At Krea a deep engagement with our interwoven philosophy and approach — teaching, learning, research, and life — prepares students for the challenges the future holds, helping them unpack a complex and intricate tapestry of relationships among humans, machines, and nature in ways that will transform the world.
We support individuals with disabilities by providing them accommodations and striving to make their University experience more accessible. Our approach is tailored to each individual’s unique needs, and we work closely with our students. This commitment is in line with The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and the University Grants Commission’s Accessibility Guidelines and Standards for Higher Educational Institutions and Universities for Persons with Disabilities.
Currently ILS supports students with visual impairment, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, psycho-social disabilities and other neurodivergent conditions. Accommodations that are provided to students registered with ILS include:
A separate space, extra time and a scribe are available resources for students with disabilities.
Extensions for students registered with ILS are provided in consultation with their professors.
Canvas, the learning management system used by Krea University is an accessible platform. Additionally, we work with students to convert academic material into accessible formats for them.
There are consistent efforts to make the campus more accessible to everybody in terms of the infrastructure. Separate housing is also provided for students with special needs.
At Krea, we believe that taking care of your mental health is equally important as excelling in your studies. We understand the challenges and pressures that students face, and we are committed to providing you with a supportive environment to nurture your overall well-being. Please note that these services are free of charge for all Krea Students.
We have a dedicated team of certified counsellors available through the week. Our team is trained to provide confidential and empathetic support, helping you navigate various psychological concerns and fostering personal growth. To book an appointment write to [email protected]
SCARF also provides in-person psychiatric help which all enrolled Krea students can avail by writing to [email protected] or [email protected] for assistance.
YourDost, a renowned mental health platform, has partnered with us to extend its expertise to our student community.
You can book in-person appointments for these experts from here. YourDost’s helpline operates round the clock, ensuring immediate assistance and guidance whenever you need it. Feel free to reach out to them anytime, as they are available 24/7 to address your concerns and provide valuable support.
The helpline number is 08047097654.
The Peer Support Volunteers are a group of student volunteers who have undergone specialised training to provide assistance and guidance to their fellow students. The volunteers provide help, support, and a listening ear to their peers.
Academic support services encompass a range of resources designed to assist students in their educational journey. These services often include tutoring, study skills development, workshops, access to learning materials, and personalised guidance to help students excel in their coursework.
Students struggling to manage their time and plan assignments can avail the facility of meeting with accountability partners to strategise and plan their time effectively.
Students struggling to concentrate and study by themselves can meet with an ILS team member to have a dedicated study session or be a part of the group study sessions.
Students feeling like they are falling behind in their academics or struggling to progress because their basics are not clear can reach out to ILS to set up sessions with a peer tutor who will help them catch up and clear concepts. For more information, please reach out to [email protected]
Still not able to figure out what you need?
Please write to us [email protected]
ILS actively promotes awareness and understanding of gender diversity. To create an inclusive and safe environment, we have implemented several initiatives, including establishing all-gender washrooms, providing transgender students with the option to select hostel accommodations aligned with their gender identity and expression and recruiting queer-affirmative counsellors to offer tailored mental health support.
We are committed to fostering an environment of respect and understanding through regular sensitisation sessions for students and staff.
In 2024, Krea University was awarded for ‘Academic Inclusion’ in the India Education Equality Index (IEEI). The University was acknowledged for an inclusive curriculum and a strong support system that values diversity, ensuring LGBT+ students feel recognised and supported in their academic journey
IEEI empowers colleges and universities to self-assess and monitor their progress in creating safe, respectful, and inclusive environments for all students, irrespective of their sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or sex characteristics (SOGIESC).
There are trained volunteers dedicated to raising awareness about the University’s Prevention of Sexual Harassment policy and understanding issues through the lens of intersecting identities, including gender, caste, class, and disability. The team organises exhibitions, workshops, and regular campaigns on campus safety, often in collaboration with experts.
The volunteers are trained to assist both complainants and respondents by helping them understand the processes and navigate the procedures associated with the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).
The University is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space for students from diverse and historically marginalised backgrounds, including those related to caste, class, disability, religion, gender, and linguistic background.
In alignment with this goal, the University offers a strong financial aid programme, a holistic admissions process, and dedicated support systems to help students from marginalised groups thrive academically and socially. ILS also organises events that foster awareness, dialogue, and empathy across differences.
We are continually working to ensure that every student feels seen, heard, and supported throughout their journey on campus.
ILS is deeply committed to respecting the privacy and autonomy of every student. Any information shared regarding a student’s gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation is treated with the utmost confidentiality. This information will not be disclosed to any other university office, faculty, staff, parent, or guardian without the student’s clear and explicit consent.
It honours each student’s right to choose how, when, and with whom they share their identity. The team supports students in a safe, respectful, and affirming environment.
ILS is deeply committed to respecting the privacy and autonomy of every student. Any information shared regarding a student’s gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation is treated with the utmost confidentiality. This information will not be disclosed to any other university office, faculty, staff, parent, or guardian without the student’s clear and explicit consent.
It honours each student’s right to choose how, when, and with whom they share their identity. The team supports students in a safe, respectful, and affirming environment.
Compilation of a range of open-source resources that can be used by students
Sugamya Pustakalaya
Bookshare
Lit2Go
Microsoft Lens
Microsoft Word Immersive reader
Read and Write
Speechnotes (chrome extension)
Grammarly
Mindmeister
Xmind
Google Keep
Equatio (chrome extension)
Brilliant, Microsoft Math Solver
Desmos, Geogebra
All enrolled students of Krea University seeking support with ILS should follow the process:
1. Email the relevant medical documentation to [email protected]
2. From subsequent trimesters, please reach out to us in the beginning of the trimester
Director, Education & Student Experience
Assistant Director, Office of Student Life
Manager, Inclusive Learning Support
Senior Executive, Inclusive Learning Support
Counsellor
Thank you very much for your personal support and the support from the office of inclusive learning at Krea.
I know my daughter would not be where she is today without you and Krea standing behind her. I know the path ahead is unclear but at least one step of degree requirements is complete. You were instrumental in being an advocate for my daughter with her professors. ADHD is still very new in India, with little support and even less understanding especially as it applies to academic settings. Your suggestions for counselors and a psychiatrist in Chennai was also very helpful. We as parents were grateful that you saw our daughter as a person and not just a duty to your job. Your care eased her path and ours at a very difficult time for our entire family.
For more information, please write to Inclusive Learning Support at [email protected]
