Disabilities
A groundbreaking study from the University of Queensland has shed new light on the concept of memorable tourism experience (MTE) for people with disabilities. The research, which utilized autophotography and photo elicitation with 57 people with disabilities, revealed that MTE dimensions are shaped by uneven, embodied processes influenced by inclusion,
Disabilities
A recent study has found a significant association between caregiver assistance and reduced depression in individuals with severe disabilities. The research, conducted by investigators at Universidad Cientifica del Sur, analyzed data from the 2015 Second National Study on Disability (ENDISC II) in Chile, which included 2610 individuals with disabilities. The
Disabled persons
Investigations into Traumatic Stress Disorders have yielded new insights into the effectiveness of mental health treatment programs for public safety personnel disabled by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). According to a recent report, a mental health treatment program for PSPs disabled by work-related PTSD showed mixed results in terms of return-to-work
County councils
A charity supporting 140 disabled individuals in North Wales, Anheddau, is struggling to survive due to a significant increase in national insurance contributions, which has left it with a funding deficit of £400,000. The charity's CEO, Claire Higgins, warned that without further support from local authorities, Anheddau&
County councils
A social care funding crisis is threatening the jobs of over 400 staff and the services of Anheddau, a charity that has supported 140 disabled individuals in North Wales for three decades. The charity's CEO, Claire Higgins, has warned that the increased costs of National Insurance Contributions (NICs)
County councils
New figures have revealed that Norfolk County Council secured 64 convictions and issued £38,000 in fines in 2024 to drivers misusing blue badges for disabled parking. However, the council's blue badge application process has been criticized for its complexity and lengthy duration, leaving some individuals with disabilities
City councils
The Riga Municipality in Latvia is striving to transform social care centers, also known as nursing homes, into welcoming environments that provide seniors and people with disabilities with a sense of coziness, safety, and respect. According to Inese Andersone, chairwoman of the committee, the goal is to create a family-like
City councils
Wolverhampton Council has taken a significant step forward in supporting its armed forces community by declaring military service a 'locally protected characteristic' under the Equality Act. This move aims to provide special protections to serving personnel and veterans in the city, ensuring they receive fair treatment in their
City councils
Since 1982, the Working Group for an Inclusive Julich (AKI) has been advocating for the needs of people with disabilities in Julich, Germany. Through her unwavering dedication and commitment, Nina Czeczatka, the long-standing spokesperson for the AKI Inclusion Advisory Board, has played a pivotal role in promoting social participation and
Human rights
The Brazilian state of Piaui has announced the construction of a new Specialized Rehabilitation Center in Corrente, which will cater to people with physical and intellectual disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The state government has invested R$ 5.6 million in the project, funded by the Ministry of Health
Human rights
The New Zealand Government has made its plan to address 63 recommendations made by the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) public. Disability Minister Louise Upston announced that the Government's approach to enhance the rights of disabled people aligns with international obligations. The
Human rights
The Senate Functional Committee on Human Rights on Monday endorsed the 'ICT Rights of Persons with Disability Bill, 2024', aiming to ensure the protection of rights of 'people with special needs'. Senator Dr Zarqa Suharwardy Taimur moved the bill, which underwent several key amendments in collaboration
