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🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

26 years after he shot himself with his father's service weapon, he revolutionized disability sports

Jens Bromann, a key figure in disability sports, was inducted into the Hall of Fame for his contributions to the field.

Mar 21 • 17:14 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

He shot himself with his father's service pistol and insisted on always being heard

Jens Bromann, a key figure in the development of Paralympic sports, reflects on his life journey and struggles with self-acceptance following a tragic incident in his youth.

Mar 21 • 17:14 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Disability rights advocates push accessibility for 35 million Nigerians

Disability rights advocates in Nigeria are calling for reforms to improve accessibility for 35 million individuals with disabilities, highlighting the need for inclusive public systems.

Mar 19 • 00:49 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Parents shocked by sudden closure of specialist service for kids with autism

Parents and advocates express dismay over the unexpected closure of the AEIOU service for autistic children in Brisbane.

Mar 12 • 06:43 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Para-athlete in interview: 'Anyone who thinks that is out of touch'

Kathrin Marchand discusses her experiences as the first athlete to participate in both the Summer and Winter Paralympics, addressing online hate, and her life before and after her stroke.

Mar 9 • 05:31 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

A mother's predicament: What happens to my son when I die?

Deirdre Croft, a mother in Australia, faces the emotional struggle of securing the future of her intellectually disabled son, Richard, after her passing.

Mar 8 • 18:48 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

It took one email from the ABC to get action on Sharryn's housing 'mess'

Sharryn Johns, a public housing tenant in Tasmania, has struggled for over two years to access her backyard due to an improperly designed ramp, but action was prompted after inquiries from ABC News.

Mar 8 • 18:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'My daughter was left disabled because doctors didn't listen to me'

A mother shares her traumatic experience of how her daughter's disability resulted from doctors ignoring her medical concerns during pregnancy.

Mar 5 • 08:31 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Broome doesn't have accessible taxis, so one local is providing free rides

In Broome, Andy Guidera is offering free rides to locals in need due to the absence of accessible taxi services in the area.

Mar 3 • 00:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

BAFTAs shouting explained as Alan Cumming issues off-camera message to audience

Alan Cumming addressed the audience at the BAFTAs to clarify the unusual shouting heard during the ceremony, which was due to a member experiencing tics related to a neurological condition.

Feb 22 • 19:34 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Stakeholders urge government to fund inclusive schools, expand therapy access

Stakeholders in Nigeria have called on the Federal Government to provide urgent funding for inclusive schools and increase access to therapy services for children with special needs.

Feb 21 • 17:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Famous Alytus public figure A. Jakulis has died

Alytus public figure Algirdas Jakulis, known for his contributions to the local disabled sports community, has passed away and was laid to rest on Thursday.

Feb 7 • 15:38 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘I’m absolutely terrified’: Advocates say changes to Sask. disability benefits concerning

Advocates and recipients of Saskatchewan’s Assured Income for Disability (SAID) program express fear and concern over recent changes that could potentially affect their benefits.

Feb 7 • 01:35 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Sprinklers are mandatory in aged care, but missing from specialist disability homes

There are calls for mandatory installation of fire sprinklers in specialist disability accommodation due to the increased risk of fire-related injuries among residents with disabilities.

Feb 3 • 19:34 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The funeral of Ileana Argentin, coffin at the Campidoglio. Remembered by Weltroni, Rutelli, and Gualtieri

The funeral of Ileana Argentin took place at the Campidoglio, attended by prominent figures such as Francesco Rutelli and Walter Veltroni who remembered her contributions to politics and advocacy for disability rights.

Feb 3 • 09:56 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Diagnosed with cancer at the age of two and amputated: Today she fights for disability issues in Africa

This is the inspiring story of a model who, instead of hiding her prosthetic limb, showcased it with colorful African fabric while advocating for disability rights in Africa.

Feb 2 • 13:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

People: She now has a Fidget Spinner

Mattel has released a new Barbie doll with autism, designed in collaboration with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, following their previous launch of a doll featuring type 1 diabetes.

Jan 12 • 11:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Cat Deeley under fire for 'inappropriate' choice of words talking about Jesy Nelson's twins

Cat Deeley faced backlash from a disability advocate for her choice of words when discussing Jesy Nelson's twins diagnosed with SMA.

Jan 9 • 18:13 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

People with disabilities in 'house arrest', we need a social housing law

Anita Herceg, a 37-year-old woman with tetraplegia, has not seen sunlight from her apartment window for over eleven years due to her disability and lack of proper housing adaptations.

Dec 27 • 10:14 UTC

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