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CEHD Connect - Intersections: Exposing and closing disability research gaps: How the Institute on Community Integration is helping to overcome these disparities. Read the story here: https://loom.ly/8r8V8Z0 #CEHD #CEHDConnect

CEHD Connect - Intersections: Exposing and closing disability research gaps: How the Institute on Community Integration is helping to overcome these disparities. Read the story here: https://loom.ly/8r8V8Z0 #CEHD #CEHDConnect

What do the colours of the disability pride flag mean? ⚫️ Charcoal gray background: In memory of the victims of ableist abuse and violence, including children or those killed, suicides, or individuals who suffered from negligence. 🔴 Red stripe: Physical disabilities (chronic pain/fatigue, mobility impairment, loss of limbs) 🟡 Gold stripe: Neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, dyslexia) ⚪️ White stripe: Undiagnosed and invisible disabilities 🔵 Blue stripe: Psychiatric disabilities (depression, PTSD, anxiety, etc.) 🟢 Green stripe: Sensory disabilities (hearing loss, visual impairments, etc.) (source: https://ow.ly/TApQ50Pc01e) The disability pride flag, symbol of disability pride month worldwide, focuses on inclusion and uniquely represents the disability pride community. Here at Research,Pisces Research Project Management Inc. , we believe that solving big ocean challenges needs innovation, and innovation needs diversity. This is why we proudly align ourselves with the disability pride community, celebrating the invaluable contributions made by people with disabilities within the ocean sector, both past and present, and those yet to come. #DisabilityPrideMonth #DiversityandInclusion #Oceans

UNITI is wishing the community a Happy Pride Season! Did you know the Disability Community has a Pride flag? 🌟 Disability Pride Flag Explained 🌈 The Disability Pride Flag is a powerful symbol that celebrates the resilience, unity, and unique contributions of people with disabilities. Let’s break down its colors and meanings: 1. Green: Represents sensory disabilities. These include conditions affecting sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell. It acknowledges the diverse experiences of those with sensory impairments. 2. Blue: Symbolizes emotional and psychiatric disabilities. Mental health challenges are often invisible but equally significant. The blue stripe stands for understanding, compassion, and destigmatization. 3. White: Stands for non-visible and undiagnosed disabilities. Many disabilities don’t manifest externally, making them harder to recognize. The white stripe emphasizes inclusivity and acceptance for all. 4. Gold: Represents neurodiversity. This includes conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia. The gold stripe celebrates the unique strengths and perspectives of neurodivergent individuals. 5. Red: Signifies physical disabilities. From mobility limitations to chronic illnesses, the red stripe honors the strength and resilience of those navigating physical challenges. Remember, the Disability Pride Flag is a beacon of hope, acceptance, and solidarity. Let’s continue to raise awareness and advocate for a more inclusive world! 🙌🤝 #DisabilityPrideFlag #InclusionMatters #UNITIAwareness #UNITICelebrates Feel free to share this informative post and spread awareness! 📢🌟

🌟 Embracing Diversity, Celebrating Resilience 🌈 Welcome to Peaces of Me, where we honor the strength in our differences and redefine the narrative surrounding disabilities, physical differences, and chronic illnesses. In our vibrant community, every unique individual contributes to a mosaic of perspectives, fostering a holistic approach to systemic challenges. Today, let's shine a spotlight on the remarkable Farida Bedwei, an Innovative Researcher who has left an indelible mark on the intersection of technology and disability advocacy. 🚀 Farida, a brilliant mind and a beacon of inspiration, has fearlessly navigated the landscape of cerebral palsy to become a trailblazer in the tech industry. 🔍 As a thought leader and innovator, Farida Bedwei has not only broken barriers but has built bridges of accessibility for those with disabilities. Her groundbreaking work in financial technology, particularly in creating inclusive solutions for individuals with disabilities, showcases the transformative power of combining technology with empathy. #disability #disabilityawareness #disabled #wheelchair #inclusion #autism #chronicillness #wheelchairlife #specialneeds #accessibility #love #chronicpain #invisibleillness #spoonie #autismawareness #disabilityadvocate #mentalhealth #cerebralpalsy #disabilityrights #disabilityinclusion #spinalcordinjury #downsyndrome #disabilities #disabilitypride #abilitynotdisability #disabilitylife #handicap #diversity #amputee

"July is celebrated as the #disabilitypridemonth . Disability Pride plays a pivotal role in this diverse tapestry, acknowledging that everyone embarks on different journeys with unique challenges. By uniting, we can build a more inclusive society, promoting empathy and dismantling barriers." As July 2023 concludes as the #disabilitypridemonth , we bring to your a very important #reminder to practise #kindness with ALL individuals! Everybody deserves kindness and you should spread it too! Read our latest blog by Akshayee Shetty , Founder Director - Sense Kaleidoscopes: Autism Life Academy https://lnkd.in/dpe9-7ZS Share this post with your network and let's make the world a kinder place, with aidbees #aidbees #trending #guestpost #blogpost #guestblog #disabilitypride #disabilityinclusion #diversityandinclusion #specialneeds #neurodiversity #blogs #kindnessmatters #linkedincreator

🌟 Prioritizing People's Dignity 🌟 Let's embrace People First Language (PFL), a compassionate way of addressing individuals with disabilities. It highlights their personhood over their disability, focusing on what they have, not who they are. 🤝 👤 Instead of the disabled, let's say person with a disability or individuals with disabilities. 🧒👧 When addressing children, use children with disabilities. 🚫 Let's recognize the importance of respectful language by retiring offensive and outdated terms like mental retardation. Instead, consider using more dignified alternatives like: 🧠 Developmental disability 🤔 Cognitive disability 🧐 Intellectual disability Spread the word and let's create a more inclusive world together! 💙 #directsupportprofessionals #developmentaldisabilities #personcentered #developmentaldisability #NowHiring #LincolnCountyMO

As #DisabilityPrideMonth wraps up, here’s the scoop on the Pride Flag that you may have seen in July. Full explanation at https://lnkd.in/e-THtJpD •Charcoal: The grey background commemorates disabled people who have died due to ableism, violence, negligence, suicide, rebellion, illness and eugenics. It also represents rage and protest against the mistreatment of the disabled community. •Red: physical disabilities •Gold: cognitive and intellectual disabilities (including autism and ADHD) •White: nonvisible and undiagnosed disabilities •Blue: psychiatric disabilities (including PTSD, depression, anxiety) •Green: sensory disabilities (including hearing loss, visual impairments) #disabilityisnotinability #disabilitypride #inclusion #disabilityawareness #ADA33 #ADA #noteverydisabilityisvisible

Here is a new blog from me that I wrote yesterday. With it being International Day of Persons with Disabilities, plus still being Disability History Month, I decided to write a few pieces of advice for my younger self. Through this post, I hope to inspire young people and help especially younger people with a disability or neurodivergent condition to be themselves and to not feel ashamed of how their conditions affect them. I hope you enjoy reading. https://lnkd.in/eiiKXZ9B #internationaldayofpersonswithdisabilities #disabilityhistorymonth #neurodivergent #awareness #disabilityinclusion

Over 40 million Americans are living with a disability – and many are struggling to get by. What are the biggest factors holding them back financially? Our newly released report in partnership with the National Disability Institute and The Harkin Institute finds that people with disabilities are far less likely to be Financially Healthy than those without disabilities. Read the full report now to explore obstacles and opportunities to foster #equity and financial well-being across the #disabilitycommunity, including: - The barriers to employment many people with disabilities face - The limitations and inaccessibility of public benefits - Where people with disabilities face barriers in accessing and using financial services - The untapped potential of ABLE accounts, which remain rarely used and poorly understood Thanks to Principal® Foundation for its support on this crucial research. #finhealth #disabilityinclusion Kristin Tugman, PhD, CRC, LPC Francine Chew (she/her) Jessica Ruggles Suzanne Schmitt Michael Taylor Principal Financial Group Bill Manning Tim O'Neil - MBA, CEBS Financial Health Network Charles (Chuck) Privitera Kipp Howard Joe Ingream Jessica (Piza) Gillespie https://lnkd.in/ebkmJyVc