There should be emphasis on the need of our mindlessly doing-orientated society to stop shying away from its shadow — vulnerability, physical passivity and deformity — represented by people with disabilities argues Marguerite Black.
Many “orphans of consciousness” have been revealed by the Black Lives Matter protests that are unfolding worldwide as an outrage to the murder ofIt is also a stark reminder of prejudice against people from other minority groups, such as those with disabilities. Being aware of and highlighting the violation of the rights of people with disabilities in many parts of the world remains an important step in addressing this problem.
There should be emphasis on the need of our mindlessly doing-orientated society to stop shying away from its shadow — vulnerability, physical passivity and deformity — represented by people with disabilities. Associations, assumptions and perceptions around disability need to be reshaped and funding for and the rights of disabled people should be prioritised.
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