Edward van Niekerk is vocational programme coordinator at Belgium Campus iTversity.
He brings over 20 years of experience in Deaf education. He is deeply passionate about advancing STEM education for Deaf learners and was instrumental in establishing the Deaf diploma programme at Belgium Campus. A major milestone was reached in 2023 when the first cohort of Deaf students graduated with B.IT degrees.
In the demanding landscape of South African Deaf education, Van Niekerk’s dedication to inclusion and empowerment stands out. He remains committed to developing new research and initiatives that support students facing educational barriers, helping them access and thrive in the field of computer science, beyond entry-level roles and into specialised, advanced careers.
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