LJMU supports International Day for Disabled Persons 2011

01 December 2011

1981 was designated by the United Nations as the International Year of Disabled Persons and since then, 3 December has been marked as the International Day of Disabled Persons.

As part of LJMU's plan to contribute to the day, we have produced a video clip on disability equality with contributions from LiverpoolSU, Student Advice and Wellbeing, Human Resources, Staff Disability Network and Sir Bert Massie (LJMU Governor and equality champion). The film highlights hidden impairments and the advantages of disclosing a disability. It is also a reminder of our duty to promote dignity and respect for all as we study and work in the University.

The video and audio recordings were supplied to LJMU Schools and Faculties to be made available to students and staff for use as part of their teaching and tutorials. University Student Advocates will also give out disability equality flyers. For the video and audio clips please click the following links: 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cvLlDdH-pE

Click here to download an audio interview on Disability Equality by Sir Bert Massie, LJMU Governor and Equality Champion

A series of awareness-raising events are planned to take place at IM Marsh including a celebration of sports event involving pupils from Sandfield Park School and a presentation by Professor Patrick and Clare Carmichael on inclusive ICT software for individuals with profound physical and learning disabilities.

For further information email: M.M.Akinsanya@ljmu.ac.uk    
For details about the IM Marsh events email: A.Ismail@ljmu.ac.uk 
Click here to view the Disability Equality at LJMU document