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Conflict with Health Living With a Disability

Having a disability means interacting with the health care system. But the health care system and many governmental policies have been based on the medical model for a long time. Read about the challenges of health and disability.

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Justice for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility | Art Piece

Like many people who work in the space of social justice and change, the situation in the United States is difficult to watch as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is being removed from their policies. Check out the art piece and the feelings that has come up from the situation.

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How to Communicate Accessibility

In a world that is not made for people with disabilities, communicating the accessibility availability and options is a necessity for events and activities. Read how important it is to be able to effectively communicate to people with disabilities for the community’s engagement.

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International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024

International Day of Persons with Disabilities is coming up on December 3rd, 2024. This year’s theme is Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future.

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What YOU need to know about the disability community

What do you think when you see the words “disability community”? Come explore what the disability community is and why it is important to know the intersectionality and differences within the community.

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Living with a Dynamic Disability

A dynamic disability is an experience that is full of ups and downs. Learn about what is it is living with a dynamic disability from personal experience.

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Accessing Media and Information Literacy

We need media and information literacy. In the digital world, we are surrounded by more media and information than ever before at the tips of our fingers. As the media is utilized to connect with us, it is crucial to know how to engage with the media.

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Connecting Human Rights and The Ability to Choose

It is hard to think that change is needed when you do not know the alternatives or different experiences connected to human rights. Read to see how knowledge and existence of rights should allow the ability to have choices in society.

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Importance of Access Awareness Week

2024 Access Awareness Weeks is from May 26th to June 1st. In Canada, there are many weeks that are happenning to work toward improve accessibility and inclusion. Learn more about what AAWNS means and NAAW.

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Take Action on Accessibility: How to Navigate Different Needs and Structures

When it comes to accessibility and disability inclusion, most people think they are doing the “standard” of what is expected from them. However, it requires taking initiative to improve access in our community. Learn how to navigate the structures that currently exists and how to reframe thinkig about accessibility.

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World Day of Safety and Health at Work | Illustrating Disability

World Day for Safety and Health at Work is on April 28th to internationally recognize the need for a healthy and safe working environment and prevent harm in the workplace. Persons with disabilities is a crucial part of this discussion. Learn more about how understanding and including the disability experience is important.

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