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disability-equality

Politics 7 years ago

Triple-minority candidate from Yogyakarta on fire to fight for disabled rights in House

Anggi has achondroplasia, a genetic disorder that causes her limbs to be shorter than most people's. Her condition led to years of activism for the rights of disabled people and, later, to her foray into politics.

National 7 years ago

Malaysian NGO offers disabled access solution to Padang mosque 'expulsion'

The mosque made headlines when it refused entry to a wheelchaired Muslim, who posted an account of his experience on Instagram.

Opinion 7 years ago

Technology can help equality of people with disabilities

Depending on the disability and rehabilitation goals, assistive technology includes a wide range of technology devices.

National 7 years ago

Outrage after disabled man denied right to pray inside Padang mosque

“Padang is not yet inclusive, neither is West Sumatra. Indonesia is not a disability-friendly country.”

Food 7 years ago

Cupable cafe transforming lives through coffee, one cup at a time

A coffee shop in Yogyakarta does more than just serve a perfect cup of coffee, it also empowers baristas with disabilities.

Opinion 7 years ago

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‘ASEAN Enabling Masterplan 2025’: A new horizon for persons with disabilities

The adoption of the “ASEAN Enabling Masterplan 2025: Mainstreaming the Rights of Persons with Disabilities” at the Singapore Summit on Nov. 15 marks a new milestone for persons with disabilities in the regional community.

News 7 years ago

Disability rights group says Yogyakarta tourist attractions lack accessibility

The Committee for the Protection and Fulfillment of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (KHD) has concluded that Yogyakarta tourist areas lack access to fulfill disability rights.

News 7 years ago

Indonesian student kick-starts robot venture

It’s called AVEO (Achilles Physiotherapy Orthosis) and it will get its first public showing at an inventors’ fair in South Korea this month.

City 7 years ago

New Jakarta sidewalks friendly for high heels, not wheelchairs

The refurbished sidewalks were proven to be comfortable for the women wearing high heels who came with wheeled-suitcases for the test.

Art & Culture 7 years ago

Dancing to make a change

Disabled and able-bodied artists partnered up to change the public’s perception about people with disabilities at the Bebas Batas Festival (Borderless Festival) in Jakarta.

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