In addition to primary public and private schools, other types of schools in Mali include vocational and technical institutions, religious schools, community schools, and schools for those with disabilities.[6] Especially since Islam is the main religion in Mali, madrassas and medersas are two Islamic institutions which many Malians attend.[2] Additionally, community schools have become increasingly popular in this country since they are usually more accessible, especially to rural students, and allow students to engage with their communities.[6] In recent years, many communities have created initiatives to incorporate deaf and disabled students into classrooms.[3]