Suan Dusit University (SDU) is deeply committed to promoting “equality and inclusiveness — leaving no one behind.” The university recognizes that equitable access to education is a fundamental pillar of sustainable development. To this end, SDU has established specialized units and programmes dedicated to supporting learning, guidance, and psychosocial well-being for students from underrepresented or vulnerable groups.
1. Special Education Center, Faculty of Education
The Special Education Center, under the Faculty of Education, serves as a key institutional mechanism to promote learning opportunities for persons with disabilities and students with special educational needs (SEN). Its mission is to ensure equitable access to higher education through personalized support, counselling, adaptive learning materials, and family guidance. The Center also develops innovative learning tools and fosters inclusive pedagogical practices that enable students to thrive academically and socially within the university environment.
2. Disabled Student Support Division (DSS)
The Disabled Student Support Division (DSS) plays a pivotal role in ensuring equal educational opportunities for students with disabilities. It provides a wide range of academic and psychosocial services, including:
– Development of assistive learning materials and accessibility tools.
– Mentorship programmes to support learning and social adaptation.
– Counselling and career guidance services to enhance student well-being and future employability.
– Training for academic staff and administrators on Inclusive Education and student diversity.
– Formulation of an Accessibility Policy to guide all university units in upholding human rights and institutional equality standards.
More information is available at: https://sites.google.com/view/www-dss-sdu/%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A3/%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%82%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%87%E0%B8%9D%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%A2%E0%B8%AF
3. Mentoring and Counselling Programmes
Beyond specialized divisions, SDU implements the “SDU Peer Support and Mentoring System,” which establishes peer mentor networks across faculties. These peer mentors assist students from underrepresented groups—such as students with disabilities, those from low-income families, and students from remote provinces—by providing academic guidance, social support, and adjustment counselling. The initiative is supported by academic advisors and counselling staff to ensure continuous follow-up and personalized support for each student.
Further details available at: https://www.dusit.ac.th/home/2025/1527142.html
The establishment of dedicated support units and inclusive programmes at Suan Dusit University reflects the institution’s strong commitment to fostering equitable opportunities and sustainable development. By integrating mentoring, counselling, and inclusive education into its operations, SDU ensures that all learners receive comprehensive academic and emotional support. Suan Dusit University stands as a model of a “University for Equality and Sustainability,” exemplifying its alignment with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
Summary
Suan Dusit University (SDU) promotes equality and inclusiveness through comprehensive support systems for underrepresented groups. The Special Education Center (Faculty of Education) provides individualized learning assistance, counselling, and innovation for students with special educational needs, while the Disabled Student Support Division (DSS) ensures accessibility, mentoring, and career guidance for students with disabilities. SDU also implements the Peer Support and Mentoring System, connecting students with mentors and advisors to foster academic success and emotional well-being. These initiatives demonstrate SDU’s commitment to inclusive education and align with SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities.
สรุป
มหาวิทยาลัยสวนดุสิต (SDU) ส่งเสริมความเท่าเทียมและการมีส่วนร่วมอย่างครอบคลุม ผ่านระบบสนับสนุนสำหรับกลุ่มผู้มีโอกาสน้อย โดยมีหน่วยงานหลักได้แก่ ศูนย์การศึกษาพิเศษ คณะครุศาสตร์ ซึ่งให้การสนับสนุนรายบุคคล การให้คำปรึกษา และการพัฒนานวัตกรรมเพื่อผู้เรียนที่มีความต้องการพิเศษ และ ฝ่ายบริการสนับสนุนนักศึกษาพิการเรียนร่วม (DSS) ซึ่งดูแลด้านการเข้าถึงสิ่งอำนวยความสะดวก การจัดพี่เลี้ยง และการแนะแนวอาชีพ อีกทั้งยังมีระบบ Peer Support and Mentoring System ที่ให้นักศึกษาพี่เลี้ยงช่วยเหลือผู้เรียนกลุ่มพิเศษในทุกคณะ ทั้งหมดนี้สะท้อนความมุ่งมั่นของ SDU ในการสร้างสภาพแวดล้อมแห่งความเท่าเทียมและสอดคล้องกับเป้าหมายการพัฒนาที่ยั่งยืนข้อที่ 10: ลดความไม่เสมอภาค