Today, December 3rd is "International Day of Persons with Disabilities". According to United Nations (UN), the observance of the day aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. It also seeks to increase awareness of gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.
Recently I had an opportunity to visit a school for visually impaired as part of social volunteering activity. The orientation talk given by one of the administrative heads was an 'eye opener' ironically! He was proud to mention how the blind students are performing well in the society and doing good in top roles second to none. I am sure it is the same case for people with other disabilities as well.
It is about time we break our stereotypical prejudice against people with disabilities and start recognizing them as 'differently-abled'. We need to provide them with opportunities instead of sympathy, appreciate their efforts and give them the dignity they deserve in this society!
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It is about time we break our stereotypical prejudice against people with disabilities and start recognizing them as 'differently-abled'. We need to provide them with opportunities instead of sympathy, appreciate their efforts and give them the dignity they deserve in this society!
Not SYMPATHY, they need OPPORTUNITIES to fulfill their dreams!
Very true!! Not SYMPATHY, they need OPPORTUNITIES to fulfill their dreams!
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