Disability
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Sport
Meet Nigar Mammadova, the woman leading inclusive change
Nigar Mammadova, Director of the DOST Centre, advocates for the inclusion of vulnerable groups, emphasising creativity and social engagement to…
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Travel
Spain changes constitution language on disabilities
The Spanish parliament voted to remove the term ‘handicapped’ and replace it with ‘persons with a disability’. ADVERTISEMENT It’s a…
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Sport
Can emerging AI strategies protect vulnerable groups?
The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not represent in any way the editorial…
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Asia
She struggled to see, walk and breathe since birth but never stopped dreaming: ‘I learned to become my own cheerleader’
Whenever I sit for a job interview, I worry about three things. First, whether I’ll impress the interviewer with my…
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Travel
United Airlines becomes first US airline to feature braille in-cabin
United Airlines expands their accessibility offerings for visually impaired travellers. United Airlines has become the first US airline to feature…
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Sport
Europe’s hidden shame: Forced sterilisation of women with disabilities
Forced sterilisation of women with disabilities is still happening in Europe. The European Parliament is currently debating a binding legislation…
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Travel
Here’s what the EU’s new rail rules mean for passengers facing delays
There are also new provisions for rebooking your journey if you face disruption and reimbursement for connecting tickets. Some passengers…
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Asia
Nearly two-thirds of people with disabilities in India unemployed; hesitancy among firms to blame
MANY FIRMS NOT FORTHCOMING WITH HIRING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES At Cafe Arpan, for instance, all its employees have disabilities. It…
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Spain
Spain’s littlest bullfighters see red over their right to work
Spain’s parliament has banned bullfighting performances featuring dwarves dressed as firefighters or clowns, but the ‘bombero toreros’ are fighting back.…
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