Argentine entrepreneur turns garage project into business for educational inclusion

Florencia de Zavalía, an Argentine entrepreneur, founded a business to tackle educational inclusion issues, inspired by her brother's disability. She observed that many classrooms are not equipped to handle students with varied cognitive needs.

De Zavalía, who initially studied Economics, shifted her focus to Special Education after realizing her passion lay in addressing these challenges. She noted that some educators mistakenly believe that adapting lessons means making them easier, while others simply isolate students. Her research indicates that a significant portion of students, around 30%, require some form of educational adaptation.

Her work in educational integration led her to establish C.R.I.E.R., a center for rehabilitation, school inclusion, and recreation. The project began modestly in her home garage, reflecting a grassroots approach to a widespread problem. The initiative aims to provide real solutions for inclusion, moving beyond superficial adaptations.