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"In the early 1970s, teenagers with disabilities faced a future shaped by isolation, discrimination and institutionalization. Camp Jened, a ramshackle camp 'for the handicapped' (a term no longer used) in the Catskills, exploded those confines," says CripCamp.com. As the mother of a child with disabilities I was curious to watch this award-winning documentary produced by the Obamas and hailed by the disability community in honor of Disability Pride Month. I did not expect to be kicked in the stomach. “Crip Camp draws extensively on terrific contemporaneous black-and-white footage shot by the People’s Video Theater... But even more than those activist videos, Crip Camp unfolds from a perspective of lived experience," according to the NYT. And the lived experience of disabled people in the 60s and 70s is a gut wrenching story. The film includes a brief horrifying section showing the realities of institutionalization as well as the honest voices of teenagers growing up largely forsaken and without hope, at least until they attended Camp Jened. Read more about this life-changing documentary: https://lnkd.in/gxVKCxmS #allianceforsustainability #SHEKindness #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityPrideMonth2023 #NationalDisabilityIndependenceDay #NationalDisabilityIndependenceDay2023 #CripCamp #documentary #FordFoundation #DisabledActivists #DisabilityRights #JudyHeumann #jimlebrecht #communityorganizers #DisabilityRepresentation #civilrights #accessibilitymatters #DisabilityCommunity #disabledjoy #disabledandproud #disabilityawareness #disabilityactivism #InvisibleDisability #AccessibilityForALL #disABILITY

Mothers of children with disabilities in Somalia require spaces where they can express their needs, perspectives, and aspirations, and where they can receive recognition, empathy, and support. They also require spaces where they can access information, resources, and services that can enhance their well-being and that of their children. Mothers of children with disabilities also require spaces where they can engage in mutual learning, collective action, and rights-based advocacy. These spaces are not meant to fix their problems, but to empower them as caregivers, change-makers, and leaders in their communities. #Somalia #Disability #Inclusion #Mothers #disabilityinclusion #disabilityawareness #inclusionmatters #inclusionanddiversity #protection

We believe our caregivers voices speak strongly to the impact of the programme. 💬 Here’s what one Ugandan mama had to say about thesupport she has got from engaging in the programme. This mama's story of being left alone to bring up her child is all too common. We are working hard to engage fathers in the programme to help them understand disability and support their child. We are in the process of developing a module specifically for fathers. Baby Ubuntu is a participatory group progamme which aims to: - Increase caregiver knowledge, confidence and skills in caring for their child with a developmental disability - Promote inclusion and participation of children with disability within the family and community - Maximise a child’s developmental potential, health and quality of life - Promote empowerment of caregivers through information sharing and peer support - Promote the human rights of children with disability #BabyUbuntu #inclusion #disability

By mobilizing parents, awareness-raising in general, and specifically among the parents of children with disabilities, and by advocacy in the community. DAAK is fighting for the rights of children with disabilities, integrate them in society. #DAAK_ChangingingLives

If you are interested in a deep dive into the neurodiversity movement, this free, open-access e-book, "marks the first historical overview of the autism rights branch of the neurodiversity movement, describing the activities and rationales of key leaders in their own words since it organized into a unique community in 1992." Out of 21 contributors, 19 identify as autistic. The motto of disability rights activism "nothing about us without us" is a guiding tenet for the book. https://lnkd.in/etA8_YPB #autism #opensource #AmplifyingVoices #neurodiversity

“Disability is not an inherent condition, but rather a situation that arises from the interaction of a physical, mental or sensory impairment and a legal, social or physical barrier. It is when these barriers, compounded with an impairment, prevent the full participation of a person in society, that a person finds themselves to have a disability.” – Paula Camino and Margaret Turley SCSC Social Connectedness Fellow Paula Camino and co-researcher Margaret Turley, Special Olympics athlete and researcher, explore family advocacy for inclusive education of people with disabilities. Their research sheds light on the current landscape of family advocacy, the lived experiences of families in their advocacy efforts, and the themes of community and belonging within this context. Read their report, “A responsibility of families, a responsibility of everyone.” Family Advocacy for Disability Inclusion in Latin America, North America and Europe/Eurasia” https://buff.ly/3QVfTr6 #InclusiveEducation #DisabilityRights #Education #Advocacy #Research #SCSCResearch #SCSCFellowship #SocialConnectedness #Belonging Special Olympics

Did you know? Today marks the start of Disability History Month, which runs through to 16th December. Each year, UKDHM has a dedicated theme to shape the conversation, and this year's focus is 'Disability, Children & Youth'. Exploring the history of oppression against disabled children and young adults allows society to challenge ableism, stigma and negative attitudes. This is a crucial first step in fostering and promoting a more inclusive future, especially for the next generation. View our article for more information - https://bit.ly/3sACkJW #DisabilityHistoryMonth #UKDHM #DisabilityAwareness

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month - a month dedicated to celebrating people and working together to remove obstacles. Nathan, an advocate for individuals with IDD and member of our LU family, shares his thoughts on the importance of raising awareness. Want to help? Visit our advocacy page to learn how you can lend your voice to the most important issues facing people with disabilities: https://buff.ly/49WdRyy #DevelopmentalDisabilitiesAwarenessMonth #DDAwareness #DDAwareness2024 #DDAM2024

Misrepresentation of funding allocations by the #DSS The DeafBlind community has mistakenly congratulated the Community Disability Alliance Hunter #CDAH for receiving funding for the DeafBlind Hub, which was not the case. CDAH actually received funding for the "Powerful Peers" project. The DSS overview misrepresented the "Powerful Peers" project by suggesting it specifically included services for DeafBlind individuals. This led to confusion & misled the community into thinking that the #DeafBlind Hub had been refunded. The DeafBlind community feels marginalized & disregarded, especially as their essential services, including the DeafBlind Hub, were defunded. This misrepresentation adds insult to injury, exacerbating the community's feelings of #neglect & frustration. There is an ethical obligation to accurately represent funding allocations to avoid false hope & confusion. Defunding of the DeafBlind Hub & other related services severely impacts the availability of critical #support for DeafBlind individuals. Their specific needs are overlooked, leading to further marginalization. CDAH has taken steps to address this by insisting that DSS correct their mistake. Effective communication & #immediate correction by DSS are crucial to prevent further misinformation. A public apology to the DeafBlind community for the misrepresentation & confusion caused. Clear communication outlining the actual services funded & those that were defunded. Underscoring the importance of accurate representation & clear communication from governmental bodies. Addressing the misrepresentation promptly & transparently is essential to restore trust & ensure that the needs of marginalized communities, like the DeafBlind community, are adequately met & supported. Funding a grant combined with another organization but presenting it as a standalone project is misleading. This action creates false perceptions about the scope & reach of the funded project. Such misrepresentation can affect the credibility of both the DSS & the organizations involved, leading to distrust among stakeholders & the communities they serve. Combining grants but presenting them separately might obscure potential conflicts of interest or financial intricacies that stakeholders need to be aware of. Misleading information about funding can have significant implications for community planning & resource allocation. Stakeholders may make decisions based on inaccurate data, leading to inefficiencies & unmet needs. DSS should issue a clear & detailed statement explaining the nature of the combined grant & reasons behind its presentation as a standalone project. Ensure future announcements accurately reflect the nature of the funding & the partnerships involved. Conduct a review or audit of grant allocation & announcement processes to identify & rectify any practices that lead to misrepresentation. Implement safeguards to prevent similar issues in the future. #ndis #funding #nothingaboutuswithoutus