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A common misunderstanding about learning disabilities:
Just because I'm good at other things does not mean I'm not disabled. My LD (dyscalculia) does not affect ALL my functions.
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Just because I'm good at other things does not mean I'm not disabled. My LD (dyscalculia) does not affect ALL my functions.
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Example: teachers thought I was lazy or anxious or just didn't like math because I was a total rockstar at spelling and writing. No.
While dyslexia and dyscalculia can be comorbid (occur together), in my case, they're not. I do exhibit signs of mild dyspraxia.
While dyslexia and dyscalculia can be comorbid (occur together), in my case, they're not. I do exhibit signs of mild dyspraxia.
I have to be careful (i.e., picky) what jobs I apply for since this misconception extends to employers.
Under #ADA, I am entitled to accommodation for things it does affect.
Under #ADA, I am entitled to accommodation for things it does affect.
A rant.... 1 of many...
Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. It is a day to bring attention to the rights of people with disabilities, and a day to celebrate the advancements made by disability rights advocates.
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Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. It is a day to bring attention to the rights of people with disabilities, and a day to celebrate the advancements made by disability rights advocates.
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Progress has been made. Governments of all levels agreed to put an end to discrimination against people with disabilities through signing international agreements and laws like the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Vulnerable Persons’ Act and the Accessibility Act.
International agreements such as The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities commit Canada to promoting, protecting and ensuring the full participation of people with disabilities as equal citizens.
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Imagine being deprived of social benefits and opportunities because a part of your body is impaired.
Fair?
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Fair?
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#EmpowerTheDisabled
Let's move from"imagining" to "seeing" that friend, neighbour, a colleague who is being treated less and unequally for a condition they have not much to do about.
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated every 3rd of December to create awareness of..
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated every 3rd of December to create awareness of..
...the challenges, inequalities and issues people with disabilities face, and to mobilize support for their dignity, rights and wellbeing.
To commemorate the day today, below are 7 Ways We Can Make The Society More Inclusive For People With Disabilities.
To commemorate the day today, below are 7 Ways We Can Make The Society More Inclusive For People With Disabilities.
