Bengaluru-Based Samarthanam Launches Platform to Connect Scribes with Visually Impaired Students
· Technology · Deccan Herald, deccanherald
Bengaluru-based NGO Samarthanam has launched a dedicated digital platform designed to connect visually challenged students with volunteer scribes for academic exams. The initiative aims to solve a persistent logistical challenge faced by students with visual impairments who require assistance during examinations. Volunteers can register on the platform, matching their availability and subjects with students in need of writing support. The rollout addresses recurring shortages of qualified scribes reported by educational institutions across the country.
Why it matters
This platform directly removes administrative barriers for visually impaired students, ensuring they can complete their examinations without academic delays.
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