Following conversations at a recent DisAbility Network Event, we recognised a real need for a student-friendly digital resource to support university students with intellectual disabilities and neurodiversities. This practitioner paper presentation shares the early stages of a collaborative project at South East Technological University (SETU), where we are working to build an inclusive and accessible resource that helps students feel confident, informed, and connected as they move through university life. Our work is rooted in the theme of Accessibility and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and also reflects the values of Students as Partners, Online Learning, and Innovative and Creative Practices in Teaching and Learning.

We are partnering with the Intellectual Disability Programme in SETU to ensure that the resource truly reflects their voices, needs, and ideas. Together, we are exploring what kinds of tools and information would make university more welcoming and easier to navigate. Some early ideas include simple, visual IT guides, “social stories” that explain everyday university experiences (like going to the library or joining a lecture), and easy-to-use campus maps and support contacts.

The resource will be available online, firstl through our LMS, so that students can access it easily on their phones, laptops, or tablets. It will use clear language, visuals, and flexible formats to suit everyone. We also hope it will be useful not only for students, but for staff and peers who want to better understand how to support inclusive learning.

Right now, we are in the planning stage—gathering ideas, building relationships, and listening closely to requirements. In this presentation, we’ll share our vision and progress so far, and we’re reaching out to colleagues who may have insights, examples, or advice to help us create something that truly makes a difference at SETU and beyond.