"How the society and the media can break stigma and stereotypes: challenge harmful stereotypes,promote authentic representation, encourage positive visibility&reduce discrimination" -@Yinkaolaito
"Platforms media and persons with lived experience can use to influence :documentaries, podcasts, news features, video essays, personal blogs etc"- @Yinkaolaito
"Media roles in creating awareness is important as it can::educates the public,challenges misconceptions,promotes empathy,encourage inclusion &influences policy and attitudes" -@Yinkaolaito
•Over 66 of these have been identified classified under :
•Mental health conditions ,•Neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism), •Chronic pain disorders, •Autoimmune diseases •etc Key Message: Not all disabilities are visible"-@Yinkaolaito
"Many people living with a hidden physical disability or mental challenge can still be active in their hobbies, work, and be active in sports. On the other hand, some struggle to get through their day at work, and some cannot work at all." -@Yinkaolaito#InvisibleDisabilities
"96% of people with chronic medical conditions live with an invisible illness, yet majority are not acknowledged as persons with disabilities" -@Yinkaolaito