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Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? Learn more about this important observance... Why is it celebrated in July? This month commemorates the passing of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in July 1990, which prohibits discrimination based on disability and requires reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities in public and private settings. Why the flag? In order of appearance from top to bottom: 🟢 Green is for sensory disabilities 🔵Blue represents emotional and psychiatric disabilities ⚪White stands for non-visible and undiagnosed disabilities 🟡Gold is for neurodiversity 🔴Red represents physical disabilities. ⚫Charcoal black is to mourn disabled people who’ve died due to ableism, violence, negligence, suicide, rebellion, illness and eugenics. During July we have an opportunity to celebrate those in our lives who are impacted by seen and unseen disabilities. Let's challenge ourselves to be kind and to think about the role we can each play in making clinical research more accessible to ALL patients. #parexelwithheart #patientinclusion #disabilityawareness

Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? Learn more about this important observance... Why is it celebrated in July? This month commemorates the passing of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in July 1990, which prohibits discrimination based on disability and requires reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities in public and private settings. Why the flag? In order of appearance from top to bottom: 🟢 Green is for sensory disabilities 🔵Blue represents emotional and psychiatric disabilities ⚪White stands for non-visible and undiagnosed disabilities 🟡Gold is for neurodiversity 🔴Red represents physical disabilities. ⚫Charcoal black is to mourn disabled people who’ve died due to ableism, violence, negligence, suicide, rebellion, illness and eugenics. During July we have an opportunity to celebrate those in our lives who are impacted by seen and unseen disabilities. Let's challenge ourselves to be kind and to think about the role we can each play in making clinical research more accessible to ALL patients. #parexelwithheart #patientinclusion #disabilityawareness

Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? Learn more about this important observance... Why is it celebrated in July? This month commemorates the passing of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in July 1990, which prohibits discrimination based on disability and requires reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities in public and private settings. Why the flag? In order of appearance from top to bottom: 🟢 Green is for sensory disabilities 🔵Blue represents emotional and psychiatric disabilities ⚪White stands for non-visible and undiagnosed disabilities 🟡Gold is for neurodiversity 🔴Red represents physical disabilities. ⚫Charcoal black is to mourn disabled people who’ve died due to ableism, violence, negligence, suicide, rebellion, illness and eugenics. During July we have an opportunity to celebrate those in our lives who are impacted by seen and unseen disabilities. Let's challenge ourselves to be kind and to think about the role we can each play in making clinical research more accessible to ALL patients. #parexelwithheart #patientinclusion #disabilityawareness

Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? Learn more about this important observance... Why is it celebrated in July? This month commemorates the passing of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in July 1990, which prohibits discrimination based on disability and requires reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities in public and private settings. Why the flag? In order of appearance from top to bottom: 🟢 Green is for sensory disabilities 🔵Blue represents emotional and psychiatric disabilities ⚪White stands for non-visible and undiagnosed disabilities 🟡Gold is for neurodiversity 🔴Red represents physical disabilities. ⚫Charcoal black is to mourn disabled people who’ve died due to ableism, violence, negligence, suicide, rebellion, illness and eugenics. During July we have an opportunity to celebrate those in our lives who are impacted by seen and unseen disabilities. Let's challenge ourselves to be kind and to think about the role we can each play in making clinical research more accessible to ALL patients. #parexelwithheart #patientinclusion #disabilityawareness

Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? Learn more about this important observance... Why is it celebrated in July? This month commemorates the passing of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in July 1990, which prohibits discrimination based on disability and requires reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities in public and private settings. Why the flag? In order of appearance from top to bottom: 🟢 Green is for sensory disabilities 🔵Blue represents emotional and psychiatric disabilities ⚪White stands for non-visible and undiagnosed disabilities 🟡Gold is for neurodiversity 🔴Red represents physical disabilities. ⚫Charcoal black is to mourn disabled people who’ve died due to ableism, violence, negligence, suicide, rebellion, illness and eugenics. During July we have an opportunity to celebrate those in our lives who are impacted by seen and unseen disabilities. Let's challenge ourselves to be kind and to think about the role we can each play in making clinical research more accessible to ALL patients. #parexelwithheart #patientinclusion #disabilityawareness

The February 2023 special issue of the International Journal of Developmental Disabilities highlights the transformative potential of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) in upholding the human rights of individuals with disabilities. PBS, a values-led approach, integrates evidence-based strategies to enhance social inclusion and quality of life. This aligns with the human rights model of disability, which emphasises respect and support for natural human diversity. This issue explores person-centred and rights-based methods in various settings, ensuring that individuals with disabilities experience inclusion and participation. It discusses systemic changes in schools to achieve equitable outcomes for students with disabilities, address ableism, and promote social justice. Empirical studies within this issue demonstrate effective PBS-based services that respect the dignity and rights of disabled people. The discussion papers call for further research into person-centred and rights-based support, encouraging a shift towards practices that honour the autonomy and preferences of individuals. PBS articulates the practical ways in which a society that values each individual’s rights and well-being can pave the way for inclusive practices that celebrate diversity. https://lnkd.in/eBZNb9ex #HumanRights #PositiveBehaviorSupport #Inclusion #DisabilityRights

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!📅 Together, we can raise awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities and celebrate the uniqueness and potential of every individual, regardless of their abilities. 💙 🧩What are Developmental Disabilities? "Developmental disabilities (DD) are a group of conditions due to an impairment in physical, learning, language, or behavior areas. These conditions begin during the developmental period, may impact day-to-day functioning, and usually last throughout a person’s lifetime. Another similar term you might hear is intellectual disability (ID). Intellectual disability is a disability characterized by significant limitations in both intellectual functioning and in adaptive behavior, which covers many everyday social and practical skills." (Arkansas DHS) 🤝 Join us in fostering a more inclusive and understanding society. Spread awareness, break stereotypes, and embrace diversity! 🌍 #DDAwarenessMonth #InclusionMatters #DevelopmentalDisabilities #CelebrateDiversity #DisabilityAwareness #CampAldersgate

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM). This year's theme is "A World of Opportunities", which highlights how people work together to remove obstacles and build inclusive communities for everyone to succeed. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eBtvbSuT 

📘 Professional Insight: Celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Through Literature 📘 March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, an essential campaign dedicated to raising awareness about the inclusion of individuals with developmental disabilities (DD) and their contributions across all facets of community life. This initiative underscores the importance of collaborative community-building that embraces all members, highlighting the progress achieved and the paths still to be explored in achieving full inclusivity. In recognition of this significant month, professionals and communities alike are encouraged to engage with a selection of impactful books that delve into the experiences of those with DD, fostering a deeper understanding and commitment to removing barriers to inclusion. For a list of recommended titles that support this cause, visit: https://ow.ly/Ete650R2oR2 Let's embrace this opportunity to further our knowledge and contribute to a more inclusive society. #DevelopmentalDisabilities #AwarenessAndInclusion #ProfessionalDevelopment #CommunityEngagement

Katrina, the host of "Living with Disabilities," discusses the importance of including people with disabilities, and the treatment they have received historically, is significant. It encompasses the changes that have been made and the areas that still require improvement. Through Rebecca Atkinson's experiences, one can understand how her journey can serve as a blueprint to assist other businesses in becoming more inclusive. Don't forget to follow Living with Disabilities on both IG and Facebook @livingwithdisabilities #disabilityawareness #fyp #disabilityrightsarehumanrights #disabilityavocacy #disabilitypride #DisabilityPrideMonth #disabilityinclusion https://lnkd.in/gUpcfh7N