Students with Disabilities in Peru

Abstract

If you are a student with a disability traveling to Peru, it is important that you talk with your program provider in advance about how your needs can be met while you’re abroad. The governmental law prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities in several sectors including education employment and access and accommodations. The government not only provides programmatic services and increased access to information for those with disabilities but also effectively enforces applicable laws and mandates that public spaces be free of barriers and accessible to persons with disabilities. Additionally, the internet and public television includes sign language and subtitles in all educational and cultural programs.