What is it about?
This chapter explores the dynamics of social inclusion and representation of persons with disabilities across Asian and African societies, analyzing how cultural, political, and economic factors influence participation, visibility, and rights. It examines the barriers that limit full inclusion such as stigma, discrimination, and structural inequalities as well as positive developments, including grassroots movements, policy reforms, and advocacy efforts that aim to amplify disabled voices. The chapter provides comparative insights into how different contexts shape opportunities for persons with disabilities to engage in social, political, and economic life, highlighting the need for inclusive frameworks that reflect regional realities and promote dignity, agency, and equity.
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Why is it important?
Social inclusion and fair representation are essential for ensuring that persons with disabilities can fully participate in and contribute to society, yet in many Asian and African contexts, systemic barriers, stigma, and exclusion continue to marginalize disabled communities. Without addressing these challenges, efforts toward equity, human rights, and sustainable development will fall short. This chapter is important because it sheds light on the complex factors shaping inclusion and representation in these regions and provides guidance for creating culturally appropriate, rights-based strategies that promote meaningful participation, visibility, and empowerment of persons with disabilities.
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The chapter highlights how cultural, social, and political contexts influence the inclusion and representation of persons with disabilities in Asia and Africa. It emphasizes the need for strategies that address stigma and structural barriers to promote meaningful participation. The work advocates for policies and practices that ensure disabled voices are visible and influential in shaping inclusive societies.
Dr.Ramakrishnan Veerabathiran
Chettinad Health City
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This page is a summary of: Social Inclusion and Representation in Asian and African Continents, January 2025, Springer Science + Business Media,
DOI: 10.1007/978-981-96-6076-6_5.
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