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RNIB has deserted braille users says blind campaigner

In Focus, In the News / Disability Connect

A disabled campaigner claims the disability charity RNIB has “washed its hands” of those with the most significant levels of visual impairment, after scrapping its long-established free braille transcription service. By John Pring – Disability News Service Connor Scott-Gardner (pictured), a blind campaigner from Leeds, has accused RNIB of hypocrisy and discrimination after it called […]

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The disability inclusion wake-up call: Are you prepared?

Current Affairs, In the workplace / Disability Connect

With the proposed increase in disability employment targets, employers are being called to do more than tick a compliance box; it’s time to look inward and explore the impact, challenges and importance of an inclusive workplace culture. By Tarryn Mason – Progression As part of the ongoing consultations around the sectoral targets relating to the

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Working from home: Q&A with disability advocate El Gibbs

Disability Spotlight, In Focus, In the workplace, Thought Leadership / Disability Connect

El Gibbs, CEO of Disability Advocacy Network Australia, has worked remotely on and off for 25 years due to her disability. Powerd Media sat down with the disability advocate to discuss how working from home can be advantageous for people living with disability. By Emma Myers – Powerd Media What are your thoughts on the

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People with disabilities lack accessible public transport in Cape Town

In Focus, In the News / Disability Connect

“I never had a problem with being disabled. I never thought that it’ll be a challenge, until I experienced the outside world, going into unknown spaces,” says 18-year-old Aphelele Rangula about her cerebral palsy. By Yaseen Bardien – GroundUp Rangula was born able-bodied, but at the age of four, her life took a dramatic turn.

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DUT embraces diversity through inclusive adaptation

In Focus, In the News / Disability Connect

The Durban University of Technology (DUT) has consistently demonstrated its commitment to supporting students living with disabilities and fostering inclusivity and diversity within the university community. The Disability Rights Unit (DRU) recently hosted an online orientation programme specifically designed for students living with disabilities from both Durban and Pietermaritzburg campuses, ensuring equal access and participation

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Blind student sees success at Wits

In Focus, In the News / Disability Connect

Kabelo Motaphi Kekana, a first-year law student at the University of the Witwatersrand, is demonstrating that disability is no barrier to success. Wits University News As South Africa’s top-performing matric student with special education needs last year, he reflects on his achievements: “At first, I didn’t expect it, but my friends and family believed in

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Overcoming employment challenges for the visually impaired

Current Affairs, In the workplace / Disability Connect

Despite South Africa’s progressive labour laws, the country continues to fail its largest disability group — people with visual impairments. It is estimated that over one million South Africans live with some form of visual impairment, and statistics indicate that more than 70% of visually impaired individuals who are of working age are unemployed. By

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Superpowers for disability access

In Focus, In the News / Disability Connect

Thanks to the global tech revolution, support for people with disabilities has expanded exponentially in recent years. Now, more than ever, the potential for a truly equitable society is within reach. Samantha Herbst – Wits Disability Right Unit Since its establishment in 1986, the Disability Rights Unit (DRU) at Wits University has committed to creating

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Dobsonville disability awareness inspires an inclusive community

In Focus, In the News / Disability Connect

The Department of Social Development calls on people living with disabilities to utilise services offered to support individuals and families at Kopanong Center. Itumeleng Modiba – Soweto Urban As the world strives for greater inclusivity, disability awareness remains a crucial aspect of promoting equality and social justice. The Department of Social Development (DSD) cluster office

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CUT’s disability unit looks to become more inclusive

In Focus, In the News / Disability Connect

Going to university after finishing matric can be a scary shift of change, especially for students living with disabilities. But not for top achiever, Kananelo Raleting, who recently enrolled for Information Technology (IT) at the Central University of Technology (CUT). Clement Matroos – Bloemfontein Courant Raleting was diagnosed with cerebral palsy from an early age

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RNIB has deserted braille users says blind campaigner

The disability inclusion wake-up call: Are you prepared?

Working from home: Q&A with disability advocate El Gibbs

People with disabilities lack accessible public transport in Cape Town

DUT embraces diversity through inclusive adaptation

Blind student sees success at Wits

Overcoming employment challenges for the visually impaired

Superpowers for disability access

CUT’s disability unit looks to become more inclusive

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