DISABILITY OUR OBSERVATION

Our last mission during the earthquake

When we talk about disability, whether physical or mental, our first concern often lies in how society will view us. What will others think? How will others view me? Will I be excluded? So many questions plague our minds, questions we normally wouldn't think about. However, in today's society, it's impossible to ignore them.

No individual chooses to be born with a disability or illness. Others, who are often our mirror, the one we lean on when things are going wrong, the one who tells us the truth to our faces even if it is not always easy to hear, should not be an obstacle to our development. Unfortunately, today, no one feels safe from scrutiny, especially when they are disabled, a reality that is particularly palpable in the world of work. An environment so ruthless that a disabled individual, despite having the necessary skills, is often sidelined. On average, only 3 out of 10 disabled people have access to employment, and only one in 3 reaches a management position in a company or other. However, not all disabilities necessarily constitute a barrier for a person. The reasons? Our judgments, our insensitivity, our cruelty.

New Article: Impact of the September 2023 Earthquake

Following the devastating earthquake of September 2023, new people have unfortunately joined the ranks of those with disabilities. This disaster left physical and mental after-effects, creating an even more pressing need for mobilization for our association. These individuals, who face a new and sometimes frightening reality, require increased support to return to normal life despite the challenges they face.

Shouldn't we stop excluding them and instead facilitate their integration into society? As Françoise Dolto so aptly put it: "Every human group draws its wealth from communication, mutual aid, and solidarity aimed at a common goal: the development of each individual while respecting differences."