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(Critically Important Thread) Almost all human rights struggle faced by the disability community intersects with or is defined by the denial of access to reliable communication for NonSpeakers. This deceptive, exploitative behavior is why, and we need you to see it. 👇👇👇
Hurting a human being by forcing them to submit to facilitated communication (video):
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davisenterprise.com/news/cal… “I am here to express my strong support for SB 483 because my son Max cannot,” Langley told committee members. “It is impossible to adequately describe what it's like to lose a child, especially when you know they died a slow, painful and terrifying death at the hands of someone who was supposed to educate and care for him.” #ShineOnMax
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NeuroClastic #StopTheShock retweeted
We asked @RCSLT to take the views of non-speaking Autistic people. We would like to see that happen. Non-speakers have a lot to say. @NeuroClastic neuroclastic.com/a-nonspeake… 9/11
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🧵 Communication rights a thread As a society, we need to recognize and address the systemic barriers that prevent non-speakers from accessing communication. The lack of access to communication not only violates their fundamental human rights but also perpetuates social exclusion and marginalization. Non-speakers are often denied equal opportunities for education, employment, and social participation, this is unacceptable. We must take action to ensure that they have access to the necessary supports and accommodations to overcome these barriers.
(Critically Important Thread) Almost all human rights struggle faced by the disability community intersects with or is defined by the denial of access to reliable communication for NonSpeakers. This deceptive, exploitative behavior is why, and we need you to see it. 👇👇👇
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Travers needs to be accountable for his extant dishonesty & ethics violations. If he can be cited by ASHA as a reference to justify blocking progress towards human rights for motor-disabled nonspeakers around the world, he should be assumed to know better. #IStandWithNonSpeakers
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