ISLAMABAD, Mar 04 (APP):The Private Educational Institutions Regulatory Authority (ICT-PEIRA) convened an important meeting at its Committee Room under the chairmanship of Dr Ghulam Ali Mallah to deliberate on dyslexia awareness, early identification of learning difficulties, and the promotion of inclusive education in Private Educational Institutions (PEIs) across Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT).
The meeting was attended by senior officers of PEIRA who held detailed discussions on the academic and social challenges faced by students with dyslexia and emphasized the need for structured institutional mechanisms within schools to support students with learning differences.
Participants stressed the importance of enhancing awareness about dyslexia, building teachers’ capacity for early screening, and developing effective classroom and assessment strategies to support affected students. The meeting highlighted that timely intervention and supportive learning environments are essential to ensure that no child is left behind in the education system.
While addressing the participants, Dr Ghulam Ali Mallah stressed that early diagnosis, teacher training, and parental awareness are critical for supporting students with dyslexia. He stated that inclusive education is a fundamental pillar for ensuring equitable access to quality education for every child.
The meeting decided that awareness seminars and orientation sessions will be organized for school principals, teachers, and parents to promote better understanding of dyslexia and to eliminate misconceptions surrounding learning disabilities.
To strengthen institutional capacity, PEIRA will also facilitate the development of a pool of certified remedial therapists through several initiatives included : Encouraging private schools to recruit qualified remedial therapists,
Training selected teachers as Master Trainers for learning support, Equipping educators with skills for early identification and classroom support of dyslexic learners and Establishing sustainable in-house support systems within schools for continuous professional development
Furthermore, PEIRA will engage with education experts, stakeholders, and representatives of educational institutions to develop a coordinated framework for dyslexia management and inclusive education practices across ICT.
Speaking to the media, Dr. Ghulam Ali Mallah reiterated that PEIRA remains fully committed to promoting an inclusive, supportive, and enabling learning environment in private educational institutions of Islamabad. He affirmed that the Authority will continue working closely with educational stakeholders to ensure that students with learning difficulties receive appropriate academic support in line with regulatory standards and international best practices.