Tag: Disability Rights
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Sinéad Burke: Inclusion as a Human Right — A Conversation with the Disability Activist and Tilting the Lens Founder
Introduction: A Bold Reframe on Inclusion When Sinéad Burke speaks about inclusion, she does more than urge empathy; she reframes the very architecture of fashion, media, and public life. Burke, a celebrated disability activist and the founder and CEO of Tilting the Lens, has spent years urging inclusive design and storytelling that centers disabled people…
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Sinéad Burke on Inclusion as a Human Right: Redefining Fashion and Disability Activism
Introduction: A new standard for inclusion Sinéad Burke, a leading disability activist and head of Tilting the Lens, has long pushed for a shift in how society understands inclusion. Rather than treating disability as a niche concern, Burke argues that including disabled people is a fundamental human right. Her work sits at the intersection of…
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Sinéad Burke: Including Disabled People Is Their Human Right
Breaking the Rules of Inclusion When Sinéad Burke speaks about inclusion, she centers a simple, profound idea: including disabled people is a fundamental human right. The Irish activist and founder of Tilting the Lens has spent years reframing what it means to participate in fashion, culture, and everyday life. Her mission isn’t merely to add…
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Race to the Áras: Catherine Connolly’s Lead and the Crosswinds of Ireland’s Presidential Race
Overview: Ireland’s presidential race tightens as Connolly leads The race to the Áras is heating up as Catherine Connolly has surged to a commanding lead in the latest polls, with Heather Humphreys determined to rally her campaign despite a rising tide of scrutiny. As Ireland edges toward Election Day, voters are weighing issues from cost…
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Race to the Áras: Connolly Leads as Humphreys Faces Defamation Trial and Campaign Struggles
Overview: Ireland’s presidential race intensifies as Connolly widens the gap The presidential contest in Ireland is shaping up as a two-hront-slide between Independent Catherine Connolly and Fine Gael’s Heather Humphreys, with public polling showing Connolly holding a clear lead. As the race accelerates with eight days to go, voters are weighing representation, cost of living…
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Race to the Áras: Connolly Opens Commanding Lead as Campaign Noise Grows
Introduction: A Crowded Field and a Clear Contender The Irish presidential race is in a pivotal phase as independent candidate Catherine Connolly holds a strong lead in the latest polls, while Heather Humphreys, the Fine Gael hopeful, presses ahead with her campaign amid questions surrounding recent events. With a mix of policy debates, personal narratives,…
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America’s War on Autism: Frontlines of Care and Policy
The frontline lives behind the headlines Dateline’s exploring of America’s war on autism centers on real families navigating a system that often feels at once powerful and under-resourced. In a Texas home, a 12-year-old boy named Charlie, dressed in a sage green onesie, shows how autism shapes daily life. He is non-verbal and requires round-the-clock…
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In America’s War on Autism, Families Like Eileen’s Are On the Frontline
Introduction: The front line of a public health debate Dateline’s examination of America’s autism landscape reveals a country wrestling with care, policy and belief. In households across the United States, families confront a spectrum of needs and a patchwork of supports that can feel as varied as the condition itself. At the center of the…
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Supreme Court Questions Treatment of Disabled Candidates in Open Category
Introduction The Supreme Court of India has recently raised a significant question regarding the classification of disabled candidates who meet the cut-off for open categories in competitive examinations. This inquiry highlights a crucial aspect of equality in opportunities for individuals with disabilities and how current policies affect their chances in securing government jobs. The Context…
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Tragic Incident in Lyon: Wheelchair-Bound Man Fatally Stabbed
Tragic Incident in Lyon on September 10, 2025 On the evening of September 10, 2025, a shocking incident occurred in Lyon, France, where a 50-year-old man in a wheelchair was fatally attacked. The victim was brutally stabbed in the neck with a sharp object, prompting an immediate investigation by local law enforcement. The Incident Details…