Month: November 2022

THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF DISABLED PERSONS 2023

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International Day of Disabled Persons recognises visible and invisible disabilities, to promote the importance of inclusion in life and the workplace. An annual event, World Disability Day is hosted by the United Nations and encourages leaders across the globe to value the unique contributions of disabled people.   When is the International Day of Disabled Persons 2023?  International Day of Disabled Persons is the 3rd of December 2023. First launched …

AN INCLUSIVE CHRISTMAS TO LEAVE NO ONE BEHIND

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A Christmas message from Stephen He writes about his experience of what Christmas with his disabled child is like for him and his family “Many parents find Christmas difficult. This is partly because of the practical challenges of making sure everything goes to plan: family gatherings, travelling upcountry, the decorations and so on. But it’s more because of the emotional ups …

STOP THE STIGMA, BREAK THE SILENCE

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The word stigma comes from the Greek word for “mark.” Generally, stigma is a negative set of beliefs about people with specific characteristics. For example, ethnic or religious minorities, or people affected by specific diseases may encounter stigma. People with disabilities have been stigmatized throughout history. In many cultures, disability has been associated with curses, disease, dependence, and helplessness. A …