The True Inclusion Foundation of Canada reposted this
What the “European way of life” means for 20 million people with intellectual disabilities and their families? Not being allowed to decide about ones’ life. In 26 countries a person’s legal capacity can be removed, and they cannot decide about their own money, or where to live, or who to marry. In 7 countries people under guardianship cannot vote at all. In 15 countries people with intellectual disabilities are restricted to stand for elections. Only 5 countries fully respect the right to vote and make voting accessible. “This is the reality for millions of people,” says Jyrki Pinomaa, president of Inclusion Europe and father of two adult sons with disabilities. “Despite the EU and all countries legally committing to rights and inclusion persons with disabilities, they deny them a good life and their basic rights." Source: Inclusion indicators report 2023 https://lnkd.in/gdnuPNzZ. #UseYourVote (if you have one)