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Day 1: Understanding Disability Disability inclusion begins with understanding. Disabilities can be visible or invisible, but the impact on individuals is significant. Reflect on the diversity of disability and its implications in our society. #DisabilityAwareness #InclusionStartsHere

21% of the population in Northern Ireland has a disability. Yet, in 2021-2022, only 6% of public appointments were held by people with disabilities. We need to see efforts to increase participation from individuals with disabilities.  Read our blog about improving representation in public life 👇 https://lnkd.in/eaGun7ZY #MeasuringEqualityinNI

Let's bridge the gap - in 2023, the unemployment rate for individuals with disabilities was 7.2%, twice that of those without disabilities (3.5%). Together, let's create a more inclusive workforce. Join us for Disability Awareness and Inclusion Training! Sign up Now ➡ b.link/DisabilityAwareness #TheeSeedsInstitute #TheeSeeds #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityAwarenessandInclusionTraining #InclusionTraining

Let's bridge the gap - in 2023, the unemployment rate for individuals with disabilities was 7.2%, twice that of those without disabilities (3.5%). Together, let's create a more inclusive workforce. Join us for Disability Awareness and Inclusion Training! Sign up Now ➡ b.link/DisabilityAwareness #TheeSeedsInstitute #TheeSeeds #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityAwarenessandInclusionTraining #InclusionTraining

On National Disability Independence Day, we celebrate the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and we acknowledge that there is an ongoing need to increase accessibility. We know that the world we live in is not designed for people with disabilities. As physical therapists, we got into this field to offer personalized care that helps improve mobility, strength, and overall well-being, both for people with injuries or ailments and for people who have disabilities. Therefore, today, we ask that you join us in asking our legislators to continue to push to make our cities more handicap accessible. Simply go to https://lnkd.in/ewKRfdxg and ask them for their help in making Massachusetts be livable for everyone. . . . . . . #FlexPlus #PhysicalTherapy #PT #Pain #PainFree #LowCost #HighQuality #Natick #MetroWest #fyzical #NationalDisabilityIndependenceDay #Independence #Inclusion

Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)! This day is observed annually to promote understanding and inclusion of disability and disabled people. The theme for IDPD for 2023 is "United in action to rescue and achieve the SDGs [Sustainable Development Goals] for, with and by persons with disabilities." Did you know that arthritis is one of the leading causes of disability around the world? Take a moment today to reflect on the importance of meaningfully including disabled voices. #IDPD #InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities #Arthritis #CAPA #CanadianArthritisPatientAlliance #Inclusion

On World Disability Day, let's break barriers, shatter stereotypes, and build a world that sees abilities before disabilities. #BreakTheBarriers #DisabilityAwareness"

We need policies that reflect the diverse needs of people with disabilities. Share your voice in our nationwide survey -> https://bit.ly/3Kjre16 #NAAW2024 #NationalAccessAbilityWeek #InclusiveChildcare #InclusiveDentalCare

We are so honored and excited to be providing a continuing ed panel/workshop. It is virtually and accessible anywhere there is wifi! LINK BELOW TO REGISTER! Monday, July 15, 2024, 1-4:30 p.m. | 3.5 CEUs Our world is centered on the rights and needs of non-disabled people. This workshop with the creators of the documentary Most Beautiful People | Adults with Disabilities will explore the definition of disability, and provide insights into systemic problems disabled individuals endure on a regular basis. Historically, our world tends to share the stories and truths of those in power, and the struggles of many are often not seen or acknowledged by the greater whole. We are the Most Beautiful People presents intimate stories collected from a wide array of persons with disabilities from around the world. The film also explores the concept of what it means to be beautiful, and uses beauty as an underlying theme to challenge the concept of beauty, urging people to rethink how they engage with all humans in the world. Participants will view clips of the documentary and engage in discussion topics that explore concepts those with disabilities regularly contend with, including institutionalization, ableism, Disability Justice, the medical model vs. the social model of disability, equity, mental health, aging, and suicidality. The film and workshop will also explore how some individuals cope using therapeutic art, and participants will engage in an art making activity. Participants are encouraged to have materials nearby that they find soothing to work with (drawing materials, watercolor, collage materials, etc.). This workshop will provide an engaging and safe space for curiosity, creativity and enriching discussion on a topic that is regularly unseen by many, and will also include allyship and strategies for supporting individuals with disabilities. https://lnkd.in/gG3uVTD7