Dive In and Employ Workers With Special Needs or Disabilities
Posted by bruce on Nov 14, 2010 in Disability Access News
While looking for new business subjects to review, I spied an unique book. A quick perusal of the pages informed me of a group of workers who are more likely to stay with an employer long-term, consistently exceed productivity expectations, and are innovative because they’re accustomed to adapting to situations. So I bought it. Wouldn’t you like to have...
Read MoreBoy shows that disability is not inability
Posted by bruce on Nov 14, 2010 in Disability Access News
MUNASHE Chikuvanyanga (15), a grade six pupil at King George IV Children Centre in Bulawayo’s Ascot suburb, can neither walk properly nor use his hands effectively. He also does not have a wheelchair to aid mobility. Since his hands are “weak”, Munashe, a first born in a family of three, uses his feet for both eating and writing. “My life is very...
Read MoreJapan: 10,000 disabled people demonstrate for new laws and better support
Posted by bruce on Nov 4, 2010 in Disability Access News
A massive rally of 10,000 disabled people in Tokyo on October 29th, called for the new legislation to support disabled people. They have specifically demanded that the 2005 Services and Support for Persons with Disabilities Act be replaced. One of those at the event said, “We want every disabled person to be assured of the right to live in their local...
Read MoreSome disabled people have priorities for Obama
Posted by bruce on Jan 19, 2009 in Disability Access News
January 18, 2009 (CHICAGO) (WLS) — Tuesday, Barack Obama will be sworn in as the 44th president of the United States. During his campaign, Obama identified a number of significant issues that he would address during his administration. Where should he start? Some Americans with disabilities have a list priorities for Obama’s first year. Even though...
Read MoreLimited Access for People with Disabilities on Inauguration Day
Posted by bruce on Jan 19, 2009 in Disability Access News
More than a million people are expected to descend on Washington, D.C., for the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama, and undoubtedly, there will be many stories written about the historic day. Those flocking to the capital have been warned about massive crowds, massive waits, over-taxed transit systems, closed streets and bridges, security check-points...
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