Definition of the circle of support for young women with disabilities

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The first intellectual product developed by the consortium formed by the Federation for Accessibility of Romania, ACE-ES ROMANIA, CESUR FORMACION-SPAIN and NCDP-GRECIA, within the Erasmus + Disabilities beyond limits project

Definition of Support Circle for Inclusion for Young Women with Disabilities – What is an Inclusion Support Circle and who is part of an Inclusion Support Circle

Circles of support are an informal way of providing emotional and practical support to people with disabilities by connecting them with a network of supportive people.

These are often created by disabled people themselves or other disability activists and organizations and act as a way of giving disabled people access to a support network from their peers. Support circles are usually organized around specific themes, such as physical health, mental health, social activities or employment.

Members of the circle of support will meet regularly to discuss their shared experiences, share advice and offer emotional and practical support to each other. Support circles also often organize events and activities that are accessible to all circle members.

The aim of the circle of support is to create a safe space where people with disabilities can come together to share their experiences, offer each other emotional and practical support and access resources and advice that I can help them navigate life with disabilities. We want to create an atmosphere of understanding and acceptance where everyone can feel comfortable talking openly about their needs and challenges. We want to empower each other to live our best lives and give each other the support we need to do so.

 

Who is part of an inclusion support circle?

An inclusion support circle usually consists of people with disabilities, family members, carers and allies. Îin addition, there may be members of the community and representatives of local organizations who are involved in the circle of support.

The aim of the Inclusion Support Circle is to create a safe and inclusive environment where everyone can share their experiences, support each other and access resources and advice that can help navigate life with a disability.

 

What do the new circles of support for PWD bring to the world?

PWD Support Circles bring a sense of community, understanding and acceptance to the world. They provide a safe space for people with disabilities to share their struggles and successes, access resources and advice, and connect with peers who can relate and support them. Through these circles, people with disabilities can access the emotional and practical support they need to navigate life with a disability.

Îin addition, these circles can help raise awareness of disability issues and support the rights of people with disabilities. Îultimately, by creating an inclusive and responsible space, support circles for people with disabilities can help create a fairer and more just world for everyone.

 

How can a disabled person objectively evaluate discrimination?

A person with disabilities can objectively evaluate discrimination, paying attention to how he is treated compared to others. Are they treated differently than someone without a disability? Are they excluded from activities or opportunities that are available to others? Are they denied access to resources, services or accommodation? Do they face additional barriers in their daily lives that other people don't have to face? Paying attention to these patterns of discrimination can help a person with a disability assess the level of discrimination they are experiencing.

Îin addition, it may be helpful to look for resources or organizations that can provide additional information about disability rights and discrimination.

 

Is a young woman with a double disability discriminated against?

Young women with disabilities are often doubly discriminated against, as they face both gender discrimination and disability. This can limit their access to resources, services and opportunities and lead to marginalization and exclusion. In addition, young women with disabilities may face additional barriers due to social stigma, lack of access to health care and adequate accommodation, and the intersection of gender and disability discrimination. It is important to recognize these intersecting forms of discrimination and work to create a more inclusive and equitable society for young women with disabilities.

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CESUR
NCDP
Posted by: Justina Radu
Date: 31 January, 2023
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