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Similarly, in Indonesia, the government enacted new regulations from the 2016 law on persons with disabilities, aiming to improve accessibility and inclusion. However, challenges remain. Indonesia has only around 2,300 dedicated special education schools, with most mainstream schools mandated to be inclusive. Lawmakers highlight the need for better teacher training, improved facilities, and more qualified therapists. Schools like the one created by Reshma, a passionate advocate, serve as one-stop centers offering assessment, diagnosis, therapy, and inclusive classrooms that combine children with diverse disabilities. These initiatives aim to combat societal prejudices—parents' initial fears of children with Down syndrome or autism sharing classrooms gradually give way to greater acceptance as families witness positive interactions.