New York City adopts new International Symbol of Accessibility - Boing Boing
Did you know there was a NEW disability 'symbol of Accessibility' ?
Great Idea.
A disabled woman challenges the 'status quo' in Ireland. This blog was started to highlight inequality, abuse and injustice in the lives of disabled people. The wooden spoon was given to me when I graduated (PhD) as I'm known to 'stir up' and get things done. I'm still stirring from my wheelchair...Justice for disabled people demands we 'stir-up' complacency, injustice, inequality lack of services, and scapegoating . Disabled people deserve rights not charity! "Nothing about me without me!"
Friday, May 31, 2013
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Hollywood's Disabled Actors Protest NBC's 'Ironside' Casting - When Is It Their Turn? | TheWrap TV
Hollywood's Disabled Actors Protest NBC's 'Ironside' Casting - When Is It Their Turn? | TheWrap TV
I totally agree. This 'pretend' disabled actor is an insult to disabled actors.
I totally agree. This 'pretend' disabled actor is an insult to disabled actors.
She's the mum who sparked outrage by saying if her special needs son was a dog, she'd put him down. So is she sorry? Read on... | Mail Online
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Monday, May 27, 2013
Conference highlights epilepsy stigma - irishhealth.com
Conference highlights epilepsy stigma - irishhealth.com
prejudice, ignorance, fear....equals discrimination...at all levels not just on the 'dating' scene
prejudice, ignorance, fear....equals discrimination...at all levels not just on the 'dating' scene
Saturday, May 25, 2013
DPP urged to explain decisions on rape claims - Independent.ie
DPP urged to explain decisions on rape claims - Independent.ie
Ireland: The victim is learning disabled. Was this the reason no prosecution.
Ireland: The victim is learning disabled. Was this the reason no prosecution.
Friday, May 24, 2013
Visually Impaired Man Set On Fire In Brighton Street | Same Difference
Visually Impaired Man Set On Fire In Brighton Street | Same Difference
Ye Gods....we live in a very evil world!
Ye Gods....we live in a very evil world!
Thursday, May 23, 2013
RMT Resolution On Stephen SImpson's Murder Passed Unanimously At TUC Disability Conference | RMT London Calling
RMT Resolution On Stephen SImpson's Murder Passed Unanimously At TUC Disability Conference | RMT London Calling
disabled people deserve good competent judges on the bench. Able to face and understand disability hatred and homophobic attacks. This sentence for Stephen's simpson's murder was derisory and insulting. It only increases hate crime not diminishes it.
disabled people deserve good competent judges on the bench. Able to face and understand disability hatred and homophobic attacks. This sentence for Stephen's simpson's murder was derisory and insulting. It only increases hate crime not diminishes it.
Disabled woman died after NHS blunders, ombudsman finds | Society | The Guardian
Disabled woman died after NHS blunders, ombudsman finds | Society | The Guardian
When will health providers begin to grasp the reality that disabled people and their families actually WANT THEM TO LIVE!
As a disabled person I am beginning to note the attitude of providers who are NOT pushing out the boat to make my life 'worth living'.
This story is simply one of many repeated throughout the UK and Ireland and I suspect throughout the world.
When will health providers begin to grasp the reality that disabled people and their families actually WANT THEM TO LIVE!
As a disabled person I am beginning to note the attitude of providers who are NOT pushing out the boat to make my life 'worth living'.
This story is simply one of many repeated throughout the UK and Ireland and I suspect throughout the world.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Mea Maxima Culpa | From Academy Award Winning director, Alex Gibney
Mea Maxima Culpa | From Academy Award Winning director, Alex Gibney
A film that HAS to be seen. The abuse of Deaf Boys at a deaf school in Wisconsin. The most damning documentary I've ever seen. an epic of 'Truth Telling & Confrontation' .
It explores the cover up of abuse over decades by the Vatican . It does not only cover the abuse of the Deaf boys but skilfully documents the machinery of corruption in the Catholic Church which came from the Vatican .
A film that HAS to be seen. The abuse of Deaf Boys at a deaf school in Wisconsin. The most damning documentary I've ever seen. an epic of 'Truth Telling & Confrontation' .
It explores the cover up of abuse over decades by the Vatican . It does not only cover the abuse of the Deaf boys but skilfully documents the machinery of corruption in the Catholic Church which came from the Vatican .
BBC NEWS- ATOS doctor speaks out 16/05/13
BBC NEWS- ATOS doctor speaks out 16/05/13
A doctor who assessed disabled people's 'fitness to work' resigns and tells the truth about ATOS
A doctor who assessed disabled people's 'fitness to work' resigns and tells the truth about ATOS
Wheelchair user docked disability allowance - Irish News, World News & More | The Irish Times - Tue, May 21, 2013
Wheelchair user docked disability allowance - Irish News, World News & More | The Irish Times - Tue, May 21, 2013
Ireland now going down the brutal 'Cameron UK' route. This is outrageous
Ireland now going down the brutal 'Cameron UK' route. This is outrageous
Monday, May 20, 2013
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Atos assessments are cruel and unethical says doctor who has resigned | Black Triangle Campaign
Atos assessments are cruel and unethical says doctor who has resigned | Black Triangle Campaign
cruelty in the UK
Disabled and sick people still fighting for justice. No other group of people have had to fight so hard for basic human rights. The governments position must be a 'hatred' position. It must infringe human rights.
cruelty in the UK
Disabled and sick people still fighting for justice. No other group of people have had to fight so hard for basic human rights. The governments position must be a 'hatred' position. It must infringe human rights.
Friday, May 17, 2013
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Accessibility as a human right: empowering persons with disabilities | European Economic and Social Committee
Accessibility as a human right: empowering persons with disabilities | European Economic and Social Committee
I wonder if an Irish delegation is going? wish I could go..
I wonder if an Irish delegation is going? wish I could go..
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Reporting On Disability Abuse Earns Pulitzer Nod - Disability Scoop
Reporting On Disability Abuse Earns Pulitzer Nod - Disability Scoop
We need our investigative journalists.
We need our investigative journalists.
Tearful Gillard brings in disability bill | The Australian
Tearful Gillard brings in disability bill | The Australian
This looks like good news for Australian Disabled people. Is there something we can learn from here in Ireland
This looks like good news for Australian Disabled people. Is there something we can learn from here in Ireland
New disability standards 'a landmark' - irishhealth.com
New disability standards 'a landmark' - irishhealth.com
Maybe a 'landmark' but it's taken its time coming!
Maybe a 'landmark' but it's taken its time coming!
Police to investigate Brewer's remarks in new disability row | This is Cornwall
Police to investigate Brewer's remarks in new disability row | This is Cornwall
A county Councillor in the UK who previously said disabled babies should be 'put down'. He's now taken his argument to new levels on re-election. He resigned after the first 'furore'.
Hope he gets jail this time!
A county Councillor in the UK who previously said disabled babies should be 'put down'. He's now taken his argument to new levels on re-election. He resigned after the first 'furore'.
Hope he gets jail this time!
Realising the dream, with a bit of support - Education News | Primary, Secondary & Third Level | The Irish Time - Tue, May 14, 2013
Realising the dream, with a bit of support - Education News | Primary, Secondary & Third Level | The Irish Time - Tue, May 14, 2013
swings and roundabouts - some good disability news in Ireland but at the other end of the scale no support for older disabled people!
swings and roundabouts - some good disability news in Ireland but at the other end of the scale no support for older disabled people!
Disability hate crime is at its highest level since records began | News | guardian.co.uk
Disability hate crime is at its highest level since records began | News | guardian.co.uk
I blame the media for their constant references to benefit 'scroungers' and Cameron's disability cuts which gives only one message....disabled people are 'draining the economy'.
no wonder we are entering a new era of a Nazi - like mentality.
I blame the media for their constant references to benefit 'scroungers' and Cameron's disability cuts which gives only one message....disabled people are 'draining the economy'.
no wonder we are entering a new era of a Nazi - like mentality.
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
“I had to tell my dad he was going to die, because he wasn’t given a sign language interpreter” | The Limping Chicken
“I had to tell my dad he was going to die, because he wasn’t given a sign language interpreter” | The Limping Chicken
There are some things children should not be asked to do, even if adult. This is one of them. Deaf adults deserve privacy, dignity and respect with communication between them and doctors with a proper interpreter.
There are some things children should not be asked to do, even if adult. This is one of them. Deaf adults deserve privacy, dignity and respect with communication between them and doctors with a proper interpreter.
Sexual assault rife in psychiatric hospitals: report | ABC Radio Australia
Sexual assault rife in psychiatric hospitals: report | ABC Radio Australia
We do not take this seriously enough as we don't believe 'mentally ill' women. Truth is most women in psychiatric hospitals are there because of male violence! and then are further abused by male patients or staff. Research into re-abuse points a definite finger at childhood abuse victims being targeted AGAIN as adult.
My clergy sexual abuse doctorate found that once clergy offenders knew a woman's history they were easy prey! Same applies in our psy system.
KEEP WOMEN OUT OF THESE PLACES.
We do not take this seriously enough as we don't believe 'mentally ill' women. Truth is most women in psychiatric hospitals are there because of male violence! and then are further abused by male patients or staff. Research into re-abuse points a definite finger at childhood abuse victims being targeted AGAIN as adult.
My clergy sexual abuse doctorate found that once clergy offenders knew a woman's history they were easy prey! Same applies in our psy system.
KEEP WOMEN OUT OF THESE PLACES.
Monday, May 13, 2013
Autistic schoolboy in bullying ordeal - Local - The Star
Autistic schoolboy in bullying ordeal - Local - The Star
Are we doing ENOUGH to proect disabled mainstreamed children. NO! if this is anything to go by. Disgraceful.
Are we doing ENOUGH to proect disabled mainstreamed children. NO! if this is anything to go by. Disgraceful.
Sunday, May 12, 2013
'Let me end my pregnancy': one woman's plight grips El Salvador | World news | The Observer
'Let me end my pregnancy': one woman's plight grips El Salvador | World news | The Observer
I don't normally argue FOR termination in the case of disabled babies however THIS argument is different. the mother's life is threatened because she has Lupus and this is a devastating auto-immune disease.
The decision is hers and I believe she has every right to save her own life!
I don't normally argue FOR termination in the case of disabled babies however THIS argument is different. the mother's life is threatened because she has Lupus and this is a devastating auto-immune disease.
The decision is hers and I believe she has every right to save her own life!
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Disability Rights: Cornish Councillor Colin Brewer Compares Disabled Children To Deformed Lambs
Disability Rights: Cornish Councillor Colin Brewer Compares Disabled Children To Deformed Lambs
this man was re-elected after the storm when he said disabled children should be 'put down' , now he's comparing them to 'deformed' lambs!
he is a disgrace to humanity. we are certainly moving away from humanity and in the future we will see euthanasia because these messages act at a subliminal level depositing ideas that grow.
this man was re-elected after the storm when he said disabled children should be 'put down' , now he's comparing them to 'deformed' lambs!
he is a disgrace to humanity. we are certainly moving away from humanity and in the future we will see euthanasia because these messages act at a subliminal level depositing ideas that grow.
'Arrogant' head teacher who assaulted special needs pupils walks free from court - BelfastTelegraph.co.uk
'Arrogant' head teacher who assaulted special needs pupils walks free from court - BelfastTelegraph.co.uk
you assault two girls with special needs and walk FREE! Is this justice?
would he have walked free if the girls were NOT 'special needs' pupils. I doubt it.
you assault two girls with special needs and walk FREE! Is this justice?
would he have walked free if the girls were NOT 'special needs' pupils. I doubt it.
Black men less likely to receive follow-up care after positive prostate exam | Hematology Oncology
Black men less likely to receive follow-up care after positive prostate exam | Hematology Oncology
Racist medical care in a country with a black president. You couldn't make it up. America is NOT the land of the free. It's a racist country, still! Barbaric.
Racist medical care in a country with a black president. You couldn't make it up. America is NOT the land of the free. It's a racist country, still! Barbaric.
Baroness Warnock: Dementia sufferers may have a 'duty to die' - Telegraph
Baroness Warnock: Dementia sufferers may have a 'duty to die' - Telegraph
Where are we heading? This is so unbelievably gross.
But I suspect we are killing the elderly anyway...poor care, not feeding them, etc...lives are shortened and under disguise.
Where are we heading? This is so unbelievably gross.
But I suspect we are killing the elderly anyway...poor care, not feeding them, etc...lives are shortened and under disguise.
Friday, May 10, 2013
No ambulance available for injured child - RTÉ News
No ambulance available for injured child - RTÉ News
We are a third world country...no doubt about it! Not safe to live here.
We are a third world country...no doubt about it! Not safe to live here.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Judge says no one can be proud after death of alcoholic who lived in toilet - Independent.ie
Judge says no one can be proud after death of alcoholic who lived in toilet - Independent.ie
We failed this man. Humanity is lost if we continue to ignore our fellow human beings.
We must get back to supporting people.
Helping those in trouble. Reaching out.
We failed this man. Humanity is lost if we continue to ignore our fellow human beings.
We must get back to supporting people.
Helping those in trouble. Reaching out.
Join my blog, become a member & make discussion and comment HAPPEN
Hey folk...come on board, become a member of this blog and get actively discussing. especially those of us in Ireland where we rarely publically challenge anything around disability!
News stories from the UK and around the world surely must make us think about what is happening in Ireland
1) we have no hate crime laws against disabled people
2) doesn't seem to be any special help in courts for learning disabled people to give evidence (I might be wrong)
3) cuts to benefits to disabled people increasing isolation, loneliness poverty and an underclass of vulnerable people.
4) we haven't yet ratified the UN convention on the rights of disabled people. (one of only 3 countries in Europe not to)
and so it goes on....
we must discuss and highlight
welcome aboard.
Margaret
News stories from the UK and around the world surely must make us think about what is happening in Ireland
1) we have no hate crime laws against disabled people
2) doesn't seem to be any special help in courts for learning disabled people to give evidence (I might be wrong)
3) cuts to benefits to disabled people increasing isolation, loneliness poverty and an underclass of vulnerable people.
4) we haven't yet ratified the UN convention on the rights of disabled people. (one of only 3 countries in Europe not to)
and so it goes on....
we must discuss and highlight
welcome aboard.
Margaret
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Veteran ‘overwhelmed’ by pledge to fix wheelchair - Latest news - Scotsman.com
Veteran ‘overwhelmed’ by pledge to fix wheelchair - Latest news - Scotsman.com
There's good people in the world but hope the vandals get caught!
There's good people in the world but hope the vandals get caught!
Three thugs attack disabled cyclist and steal his bicycle | This is Nottingham
Three thugs attack disabled cyclist and steal his bicycle | This is Nottingham
YK: why has it taken so long to put this out publically. Memories of bystanders will now be vague or forgotten.
YK: why has it taken so long to put this out publically. Memories of bystanders will now be vague or forgotten.
Three in five Scots parents with learning difficulties will have their kids taken into care - Daily Record
Three in five Scots parents with learning difficulties will have their kids taken into care - Daily Record
Scotland: Many would manage if they had help. There isn't the WILLINGNESS to let these parents parent.
Scotland: Many would manage if they had help. There isn't the WILLINGNESS to let these parents parent.
Disabled man assaulted in Street | This is Somerset
Disabled man assaulted in Street | This is Somerset
UK Story. Somerset is a rural county. You would NOT expect this here. Dreadful.
UK Story. Somerset is a rural county. You would NOT expect this here. Dreadful.
Police under fire for arresting deaf man for signing | Mail Online
Police under fire for arresting deaf man for signing | Mail Online
UK story....ye Gods we deaf & disabled people have a lot of work to do!!!
UK story....ye Gods we deaf & disabled people have a lot of work to do!!!
GP card plan for long-term illness to be dropped - Health News | Irish Medical News | The Irish Times - Wed, May 08, 2013
GP card plan for long-term illness to be dropped - Health News | Irish Medical News | The Irish Times - Wed, May 08, 2013
great! this government sold a lie to get elected. this is what politics is all about
great! this government sold a lie to get elected. this is what politics is all about
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Black triangle (badge) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Black triangle (badge) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
I'm going to get black triangle badges made for lapels with Ireland across the top. To remember disabled people and to highlight how benefit cuts 'kill'
I'm going to get black triangle badges made for lapels with Ireland across the top. To remember disabled people and to highlight how benefit cuts 'kill'
Call for action on hate crime against people with autism - Channel 4 News
Call for action on hate crime against people with autism - Channel 4 News
Murder of autistic man in UK . Dreadful
Murder of autistic man in UK . Dreadful
Disability First | Disability Hate Crime & Incident Reporting Service
Disability First | Disability Hate Crime & Incident Reporting Service
Great to have this service. Wish Ireland had one.
Great to have this service. Wish Ireland had one.
Monday, May 6, 2013
New capacity law to replace outdated legislation which labels disabled as ‘lunatics’ - Social Affairs & News from Ireland & Abroad | The Irish Times - Mon, May 06, 2013
Sunday, May 5, 2013
Leading doctors protest at ‘cruel’ disability assessments ~ Letter | Black Triangle Campaign
Leading doctors protest at ‘cruel’ disability assessments ~ Letter | Black Triangle Campaign
It's wonderful sometimes to see real support in action
It's wonderful sometimes to see real support in action
Welfare reforms not fit to work ~ Leading doctors protest at ‘cruel’ disability tests | Black Triangle Campaign
Welfare reforms not fit to work ~ Leading doctors protest at ‘cruel’ disability tests | Black Triangle Campaign
This is the fate of disabled people in the UK and also becoming more so in Ireland. It is a disgrace.
This is the fate of disabled people in the UK and also becoming more so in Ireland. It is a disgrace.
Terminally-ill Marie has already decided on way to end her life - Independent.ie
Terminally-ill Marie has already decided on way to end her life - Independent.ie
This is Ireland. I note how she recognises to quote "it seems they will not give me permission to die but will not help me to live either". She is referring to all the cut backs to disability help. She's right!
You can't kill yourself but you can live in misery!
I'm NOT in favour of euthanasia but the issues Marie raises is painfully true.
This is Ireland. I note how she recognises to quote "it seems they will not give me permission to die but will not help me to live either". She is referring to all the cut backs to disability help. She's right!
You can't kill yourself but you can live in misery!
I'm NOT in favour of euthanasia but the issues Marie raises is painfully true.
Saturday, May 4, 2013
One in four disabled rail passengers has suffered a hate crime or abuse, poll reveals | Disability Magazine | Able Magazine
One in four disabled rail passengers has suffered a hate crime or abuse, poll reveals | Disability Magazine | Able Magazine
Very high stats for disabled rail users in UK. This is a surprise. I've travelled on the trains in UK in wheelchair and it's been OK. sometimes rudeness but not 'hate' .
Very high stats for disabled rail users in UK. This is a surprise. I've travelled on the trains in UK in wheelchair and it's been OK. sometimes rudeness but not 'hate' .
Friday, May 3, 2013
BBC News - Local election 2013: 'Put disabled down' councillor re-elected in Cornwall
BBC News - Local election 2013: 'Put disabled down' councillor re-elected in Cornwall
A sad day for disabled people in Cornwall. Knowing your countryfolk endorse this guy must stick in your gullet.
How could you even ASK him for help with your disabled child or adult relative.
Sticks in my gullet....really does
and you know....people are voting for him because many DO believe disabled children should be 'put down'
frightening
A sad day for disabled people in Cornwall. Knowing your countryfolk endorse this guy must stick in your gullet.
How could you even ASK him for help with your disabled child or adult relative.
Sticks in my gullet....really does
and you know....people are voting for him because many DO believe disabled children should be 'put down'
frightening
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Watch the video from NAI - it's appalling in terms of lack of services.
Watch the video from NAI - it's appalling in terms of lack of services.