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Public service Announcement
When schools, universities, training centres (include also business/event etc) demand disabled individuals jump through hoops, supply numerous private medical documents just to access the most fundamental accommodations, they are far from being accessible.
It is so incredibly frustrating and disheartening to see such barriers being placed in front of those who simply want the opportunity to participate fully.
Especially, in cases where they are actually lecturing or teaching students or clients on the importance of providing such accommodations!
Tomorrow, I am filled with anticipation as I prepare to attend a “listening” session for neurodiverse university students. I will not only be representing myself, but also other clients and members of the neurodivergent community. Speaking up in my own defense can be challenging, but I will do it with passion and emotion for all those who have paved the way before me and for all those who will come after. It is a privilege and a responsibility that I take to heart.
“Calm” before the storm
Anxiety is building. The university only provided the questions they will be asking yesterday at 3 p.m., and the meeting is at noon.
Considering all students are also working, etc., it is not enough time to prepare for an NT person, let alone the neurodiverse.
The cynic and realist in me feels this must be a deliberate ploy based on historic institutionalised ableism.
That or the OT who “specialises” in disability doesn’t know what they are doing.
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