The CDC defines Disability Inclusion as “understanding the relationship between the way people function and how they participate in society, and making sure everybody has the same opportunities to participate in every aspect of life to the best of their abilities and desires.” Accessibility is most commonly defined as the practice of making information, activities, […]
Territories Talk is a unique online forum with host from around the Overseas Territories, discussing social, economic and political issues pertinent to the people of the Overseas Territories. Today we will be speaking with Daniella Jade Lowe about life in the UK and her advocacy on several issues. Feel free to watch the video below: […]
Money problems always arise while unemployed. You need a job to get work experience and you need work experience to get a job. It doesn’t make sense. Financial plans and budgeting can help you manage your money especially when in debt. If you are a wheelchair user facing court, The Skipton County Court is wheelchair […]
I just recently found out that it is illegal for wheelchair users to roam the streets without lights. The Highway Code is a set of information, advice, guides and mandatory rules for road users in the United Kingdom. Its objective is to promote road safety and applies to all road users including pedestrians, horse riders […]
The Ugly Laws were a series of laws passed in the United States from the 1860s to the 1970s that prohibited people with disabilities or other perceived “unattractiveness” from appearing in public. They continue to influence policy today, and the lives of millions of disabled Americans. The intersection between ableism, classism, & race is inseparable, […]
ASSISTED DYING BILL 2024 UK I am against this assisted dying . It’s legalised murder. I am completely behind Tani Grey Thompson and her views. Life is to be valued. The Bill is ungodly. Murder, in criminal law, is defined as the killing of one person by another that is not legally justified or excusable, […]
What is Scoliosis?Scoliosis is a condition that causes an abnormal curvature of the spine. In most cases, scoliosis develops in childhood or adolescence and can progress over time. It is often detected during routine physical exams, and early detection is important to prevent the condition from worsening. There are different types of scoliosis, including: Idiopathic […]
Ever since I’ve embarked on my journey to marketing myself as an Access Consultant, I’ve had an increasing interest in legislation surrounding Access Consultancy. I believe my BA Degree in History and Politics has sparked this interest. Before then, I had never heard of Access Consultancy. Are WCAG guidelines law?Whilst the WCAG standards themselves do […]
The Olympics, Paralympics, and Special Olympics are three distinct sporting events, each with its own unique focus and criteria. OlympicsParticipants: Able-bodied athletes from around the world.Focus: Elite performance and competition across a wide range of sports.Frequency: Held every four years, alternating between Summer and Winter Games. ParalympicsParticipants: Athletes with physical, visual, and intellectual disabilities.Focus: High-level […]
What is ableism? Ableism gives a negative view of disability. It identifies being nondisabled as the ideal and disability as a flaw or abnormality. It is a form of systemic oppression that affects people who identify as disabled, as well as anyone who others perceive to be disabled. “Internalised ableism can have effects on individuals’ […]
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