Beyond Labels: Living With an Invisible Disability
9 years, 3 months ago

Beyond Labels: Living With an Invisible Disability

The Quint  

It’s the International Day of Person’s With Disability. There are more than 21 million disabled people in India, according to the last Census report. The history of disability is a history of myths – myths propagated by society, shaped by our mindsets, enshrined by medical science, and then debunked by further investigation. This complex cycle has repeated itself through decades of ignorance, often to disastrous effects on the lives of the disabled; because their issues are not confined to accessible toilets and ramps in buildings. From epilepsy, to Crohn’s disease to autism, ADHD, learning abilities, mental illnesses, even cancers which impair day-to-day functioning, millions of people around the world are living with conditions which are not visible.

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A World Reimagined: Flipping Perspectives on What Disability Truly Means.
3 weeks, 1 day ago

A World Reimagined: Flipping Perspectives on What Disability Truly Means.

Live Law  

Have you ever wondered how hard it would be to exist in a world that wasn't designed for you? The video carried a powerful message, “disability is not about an individual's limitations but it arises when the world isn't designed for everyone.” This profound insight inspired us to translate the experience into words, aiming to evoke the same emotional impact …

India Inc must play a role in mainstreaming disability
7 months ago

India Inc must play a role in mainstreaming disability

Hindustan Times  

The spotlight remains on sportspersons, with the upcoming Paralympic Games. By increasing the employment of PwDs, organisations benefit from diverse perspectives and unique skill sets. REUTERS/Nacho Doce Corporate discussions on diversity, equity, and inclusion must prioritise accessibility and inclusion for PwDs by ensuring equitable opportunities and accommodating diverse needs. Corporate India can play a pivotal role, not only in terms …

Access To Accountability: Doing More On Disability Inclusion
1 year, 3 months ago

Access To Accountability: Doing More On Disability Inclusion

The Quint  

Over a billion people in this world live with one or another form of disability. Lately India Inc. organisations have started taking cognizance of the barriers presented by visible and invisible disabilities. Furthermore, role models in key positions are sharing their journeys with the aim of shedding stigma and boosting confidence of persons with disabilities who may otherwise be undermining …

The invisible minority in India wants basic rights and dignity, not a softer or a politer name
2 years, 3 months ago

The invisible minority in India wants basic rights and dignity, not a softer or a politer name

The Hindu  

When Gitanjali Govindarajan, educator and Director of Snehadhara, a city-based NGO, took a group of people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities on a visit to the Gollahalli railway station last month, little did she know the group would not only be denied entry, but would also be threatened with physical harm by officials at the station. ‘People-first’ language Arman Ali, …

The great omission in the draft disability policy
2 years, 8 months ago

The great omission in the draft disability policy

The Hindu  

The Department of Empowerment of Person with Disabilities recently released the draft of the national policy for persons with disabilities — public comments have been invited till July 15, 2022. The necessity for a new policy which replaces the 2006 policy was felt because of multiple factors such as India’s signing of the United Nations Convention on Rights of Persons …

Before Laal Singh Chaddha, a look at Hindi films that pushed the envelope of disability representation in cinema
2 years, 9 months ago

Before Laal Singh Chaddha, a look at Hindi films that pushed the envelope of disability representation in cinema

Firstpost  

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I Hid My Disability At Work For 6 Years. When I Stopped, My Entire Life Changed.
3 years, 1 month ago

I Hid My Disability At Work For 6 Years. When I Stopped, My Entire Life Changed.

Huff Post  

cofotoisme via Getty Images In 2002, I planned a monthlong solo trip to Australia. When I finally got back into Sydney, I walked into the hotel lobby and a guest looked at me before loudly announcing, “Can someone get this woman medical attention?” With my cuts, bruises, disoriented demeanor, and the same muddy and torn trail pants, I can only …

This new book flips the script on disability in India
3 years, 3 months ago

This new book flips the script on disability in India

Live Mint  

A few weeks ago, I participated in an online panel discussion about children with disabilities and the need for inclusion in education. The Invisible Majority: India’s Abled Disabled, a new book co-authored by CK Meena and VR Ferose, validated my beliefs in every way. Released on December 3, the International Day of the Persons with Disabilities, The Invisible Majority is …

In a world that often interprets 'care' as 'burden', interdependence should be valued beyond disabled community
4 years, 10 months ago

In a world that often interprets 'care' as 'burden', interdependence should be valued beyond disabled community

Firstpost  

To a large extent we find that non-disabled people view the entirety of the disabled experience through the lens of dependence. They define interdependence as: “We meet each other’s needs as we build towards liberation, knowing that state solutions inevitably extend into further control over lives.” Interdependence made its presence known in my life in an interesting manner. Disability justice …

My Disability May Be Invisible, But Here's Why I'm Done Hiding It
5 years, 2 months ago

My Disability May Be Invisible, But Here's Why I'm Done Hiding It

Huff Post  

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The young generation should take people like Mariyappan Thangavelu as their role models, says Tamil Nadu Governor
5 years, 3 months ago

The young generation should take people like Mariyappan Thangavelu as their role models, says Tamil Nadu Governor

The Hindu  

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Data: How disabilities make life difficult for the affected
5 years, 3 months ago

Data: How disabilities make life difficult for the affected

The Hindu  

A large number of disabled Indians are not literate and also not a part of the labour force. Education levels image/svg+xml Few in the work force Party due to their low literacy levels, a high percentage of them are not a part of the labour force Even among those who are working, only a fraction receive regular salary or wages. …

Closing the gap
6 years, 1 month ago

Closing the gap

The Hindu  

There have been impressive gains made in life expectancy in India in recent years, but as people are ageing, older adults are subject to a higher risk of physical impairment. Varied data sets Two major sources of data, namely Census and the National Sample Survey Office collect information on “reported disability” but give different estimates around disability conditions. For instance, …

Disability is not the defining feature
6 years, 3 months ago

Disability is not the defining feature

The Hindu  

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Workforce integration of the disabled needed
7 years, 2 months ago

Workforce integration of the disabled needed

Live Mint  

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Wonder: Reflections on how we treat the disabled in India, and a handbook on doing better
7 years, 3 months ago

Wonder: Reflections on how we treat the disabled in India, and a handbook on doing better

Firstpost  

In order to be more tactful and sensitive in the way we treat disabled persons, we need to first take a look at the language we use. Disabled persons are okay being called just that – “a person with disabilities”. While one school of thought believes disabled persons don’t feel these urges, the other thinks of them as hyper-sexed individuals …

Planet Abled: Meet the woman making travel accessible for disabled people in India
7 years, 6 months ago

Planet Abled: Meet the woman making travel accessible for disabled people in India

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Planet Abled’s first ever rafting trip Three decades ago, India was not the friendliest place for …

I Am "Disabled," And That Label Matters
8 years ago

I Am "Disabled," And That Label Matters

Huff Post  

KaraGrubis via Getty Images The first time someone asked me about my handicap placard, I didn’t know how to respond. Finally I mumbled something along the lines of “I’m disabled” before running inside trying to hide my tears. Before being diagnosed, I thought about my illness like it was a cold ― “someday it will go away” ― because they …

Beyond Labels: Living With an Invisible Disability
9 years, 3 months ago

Beyond Labels: Living With an Invisible Disability

The Quint  

It’s the International Day of Person’s With Disability. There are more than 21 million disabled people in India, according to the last Census report. The history of disability is a history of myths – myths propagated by society, shaped by our mindsets, enshrined by medical science, and then debunked by further investigation. This complex cycle has repeated itself through decades …

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