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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Sadness for Maria Lada: Pioneer in the fight for accessibility, the woman who lost her life at 'Eleftherios Venizelos'

Maria Lada, a prominent advocate for disability rights and co-founder of the organization YPERION, tragically died after falling while disembarking from a plane at Athens International Airport.

Feb 28 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Deaths: With a wide smile, she surpassed life expectancy and fought for rights

Fatine, a young girl diagnosed with severe muscular dystrophy, defied her expected life span while advocating for her rights and education.

Feb 27 โ€ข 23:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Disability Rights Group Claims "Illegal Eviction and Violence"... Suing Seoul Transportation Corporation

The National Coalition for the Elimination of Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities (NCEDPD) has filed a lawsuit against Seoul Transportation Corporation and subway security personnel, alleging illegal eviction and physical violence during a protest.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Business Profile Veronica Hedenmark, 48, has died

Veronica Hedenmark, a prominent entrepreneur and advocate for disability rights in Sweden, passed away at the age of 48 after a challenging life marked by chronic illness.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Veiki Laan: if a wheelchair does not fit into the law, then the problem is the law itself

Veiki Laan advocates for more reasonable measures in law, emphasizing the need for inclusivity and representation of people with disabilities in political discourse.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

E.S.A.ฮผฮตฮ‘: Requests a meeting with Domna Michaillidou regarding the Personal Assistant โ€“ What issues have arisen

The Greek National Confederation of Disabled People has requested an urgent meeting with the Minister of Social Cohesion, Domna Michaillidou, to address concerns regarding the pilot phase evaluation and transition to the full implementation of the Personal Assistant Service.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The Government bans 'demeaning' comic-bullfighting shows for people with disabilities through a royal decree

The Spanish government has enacted a royal decree to ban comic-bullfighting shows that demean individuals with disabilities, particularly those with dwarfism.

Feb 24 โ€ข 11:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

A Member of Parliament Proposes to Include Sign Language in Elective Subjects in Schools

A Lithuanian MP proposes to include sign language as an elective subject in schools to promote the profession of sign language interpreters and to fulfill international human rights commitments.

Feb 21 โ€ข 15:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

8-year-old left her wheelchair, crawled 83 steps, and changed America forever

An 8-year-old girl with cerebral palsy crawled up the steps of the U.S. Capitol, highlighting the struggle for disability rights in America.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Residents were offended by the behavior of the retail network: they did not understand why it was done

Residents expressed outrage over the management of parking spaces for disabled individuals after snow was piled on top of them at a local "Norfa" supermarket.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

โ€œWhatโ€™s it to you?โ€ The Military Police apologizes for parking in a disability spot, but doubts the allegedly rude response from the driver

The Military Police in Estonia has apologized for parking in a disabled spot but expressed skepticism towards the driver's reported rude response.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
World

UN wants to save on sign language interpreters for meeting on disability rights

The UN plans to cut funding for sign language interpreters during a significant meeting in Geneva concerning disability rights, potentially hindering inclusion efforts.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Summary of the Judgment: The Disqualification Clause of the Security Services Act is 'Unconstitutional' as Decided by the Supreme Court Grand Bench

Japan's Supreme Court ruled that the disqualification clause in the Security Services Act, which barred individuals under the adult guardianship system from working in security, is unconstitutional.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] Bangudae Hospital in Ulsan, Corporate Supervision by Busan City... "Confusion in Responding to Human Rights Violations"

The supervision of Bangudae Hospital in Ulsan, where incidents of assaults on patients have occurred, is hampered by jurisdictional disarray between the hospital's managing corporation and local authorities.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Security Guard Dismissed for Using Adult Guardianship; Ineligibility Clause Ruled 'Unconstitutional' by Supreme Court Grand Bench

Japan's Supreme Court has ruled that a clause in the security industry law, banning individuals using the adult guardianship system from working as security guards, is unconstitutional.

Feb 18 โ€ข 06:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Court overturns reform that prevented minors with disabilities from participating in the parliament of Quintana Roo

The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation invalidated a reform that discriminated against minors with disabilities by preventing them from participating in the State of Quintana Roo's Parliament for People with Disabilities.

Feb 16 โ€ข 19:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Supreme Court's Judgment on Fired Security Guard's Appeal Regarding Adult Guardianship System

A former security guard who lost his job due to an adult guardianship law is awaiting a judgment from Japan's Supreme Court regarding the constitutionality of a disqualification clause that prohibits those under guardianship from working in the security industry.

Feb 14 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Plzeลˆ will finally start building the first home for autistics in the region

Plzeลˆ is set to begin construction on its first facility dedicated to supporting individuals with autism in the region.

Feb 14 โ€ข 17:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Uber quietly settles 'David vs Goliath' guide dog refusal case

Uber has agreed to an external review of its practices following a settlement in a discrimination case involving a woman refused rides with her guide dog.

Feb 10 โ€ข 18:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

After 4 years of a complaint from disability organizations, the Human Rights Commission recommends the abolition of the limit on the number of braille information materials

The National Human Rights Commission of Korea has recommended the elimination of the limit on braille pamphlets and the expansion of sign language interpretation to ensure the practical voting rights of disabled individuals.

Feb 10 โ€ข 03:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Disability Inclusion Shouldnโ€™t Be a Photo-Op

Disability inclusion in Nigeria is often performative, focusing on visibility rather than genuine change for people with disabilities.

Feb 10 โ€ข 03:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Campinas City Council approves increase in job vacancies for Black and Indigenous people in public competitions and exclusive lanes for PWDs

The Campinas City Council has approved a law increasing job vacancies for Black, Indigenous, and quilombola individuals in public competitions, along with allowing vehicles transporting people with disabilities to use exclusive bus lanes.

Feb 10 โ€ข 00:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Ian Moche called on Congress to sanction or expel Lilia Lemoine for the received insults

Twelve-year-old activist Ian Moche is urging Argentina's Congress to discipline or expel deputy Lilia Lemoine after she made derogatory comments about him and his mother.

Feb 7 โ€ข 11:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor: The Employment Agency is clipping the wings of the disabled

Long-time employment officer Anna Elvemoen criticizes the Employment Agency for failing to provide legally mandated support to disabled individuals in the job market, leading to daily violations of their rights.

Feb 6 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Reservation made but denied because of wheelchair... Human Rights Commission recommends correction to hotel refusing disabled guests

The National Human Rights Commission recommended a hotel to correct its discrimination against a wheelchair-bound guest after it canceled their reservation on the grounds that it did not have accessible rooms available.

Feb 6 โ€ข 03:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

You see a pedestrian with a white cane crossing the street: What you should do

The article discusses the importance of the Americans with Disabilities Act in ensuring safety and rights for individuals with disabilities while driving and parking.

Feb 4 โ€ข 10:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น 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 โ€ข 09:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

[Exclusive] Protection of the Perpetrator Following Allegations of Sexual Abuse at Saekdongwon

There are allegations that at a meeting of a disabled people's organization led by the director of the Saekdongwon facility, discussions were held on how to protect the perpetrator following sexual abuse accusations against him.

Feb 3 โ€ข 05:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 13:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

New law 2026. Free lawyer advice via phone or WhatsApp

Starting January 1, 2026, new regulations will provide free legal assistance remotely, particularly benefiting individuals with disabilities and outlining eligibility criteria for services.

Dec 30 โ€ข 16:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
Crime & Justice

Campaigner turned down MBE over โ€˜scapegoatingโ€™ of people with disabilities

Tressa Burke, CEO of Glasgow Disability Alliance, rejected an MBE award citing the UK government's role in perpetuating hatred towards disabled individuals.

Dec 30 โ€ข 16:00 UTC

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