In writing this work I have tried to get beneath the cliches of disability metaphors to reveal the social constructions surrounding this theme. In this research, I have sought to understand "inclusion" within the various experiences I am engaged with in my professional and academic responsibilities. "Inclusion" also needs to be understood within an assortment of perspectives.Being an ocular-centred community, we need to see what is happening and to read stories that are close to the reality we are succumbed in. These are stories that transcend from the people to the people, rather than from...
In writing this work I have tried to get beneath the cliches of disability metaphors to reveal the social constructions surrounding this theme. In thi...
Examining the historical context of disability politics provides a scenario in understanding the direction that activism is to take in the years to come in Malta. Disability issues are based on the recognition of human rights as being the main ingredient in moulding an inclusive society. The focus of this work points towards the development of a disability coalition controlled by a new generation of disabled activists.
Examining the historical context of disability politics provides a scenario in understanding the direction that activism is to take in the years to co...
The term "Inclusive Communities" has increasingly featured in recent years, at policy, practice and theoretical levels, drawing from different disciplinary standpoints. Much of this has been spurred by efforts at understanding the exclusions confronted by certain populations, to develop the notion of and mechanisms by which communities can include those who are marginalised and/or oppressed, and in some contexts to bring back community as something real or imagined. In spite of this, this deceptive term remains shrouded in epistemological darkness, conveniently endorsed but often little...
The term "Inclusive Communities" has increasingly featured in recent years, at policy, practice and theoretical levels, drawing from different discipl...
The term "Inclusive Communities" has increasingly featured in recent years, at policy, practice and theoretical levels, drawing from different disciplinary standpoints. Much of this has been spurred by efforts at understanding the exclusions confronted by certain populations, to develop the notion of and mechanisms by which communities can include those who are marginalised and/or oppressed, and in some contexts to bring back community as something real or imagined. In spite of this, this deceptive term remains shrouded in epistemological darkness, conveniently endorsed but often little...
The term "Inclusive Communities" has increasingly featured in recent years, at policy, practice and theoretical levels, drawing from different discipl...
