#UNVolunteers initiative to engage persons with disabilities in #Ukraine. Our goal is to unlock the potential of people with disabilities to reach the UN #SDGs.
"This is also a great #power of volunteerism in this project. That with #volunteering everyone can do everything and nothing is impossible". Let's build an inclusive and comfortable world for everyone: https://t.co/tALk89tovp
#StephenHawking died early Wednesday at his home in Cambridge, England. He was 76. The British scientist was famed for his work with black holes and relativity. Inspite of his illnesess he continued to work and helped to bring science to the masses.
RIP
"Volunteering could be a powerful force for change and Rupmani has motivated us in that way. She has shown us that People with disabilities are a powerful element of our workforce" - UN Resident Coordinator, Neal Walker
#UN strives to lead by example, be inclusive & responsive towards people with disabilities, who represent 15% of global population. UN Volunteer with hearing impairment shares her experiences working in a team of the #UN in Ukraine at a workshop in #Kyiv today.
Guillermo Aranguiz is the first-ever wheelchair-bound zumba instructor. After being a paralympian he turned to his passion - dancing. #Monday_inspiration
Watch his dancing workout here: https://t.co/465Bk66mwG
Did you watch Oscar ceremony 2018 ? A film starring a six-year-old deaf British girl and made by two former Hollyoaks stars has won an Oscar. Ex-Hollyoaks star used sign language in his acceptance speech.
https://t.co/iMUgTyIRRZ
Kitty McGeever has said, ‘Having a disability shouldn’t mean the end of doing the job you love’ and this positive attitude inspired her to keep trying and has helped her to achieve success https://t.co/UcitUNPUUl
#Monday_inspiration#disability
While her name might not be as well known on the West, Sudha Chandran is one of the most well-known dancers and TV actresses in India despite losing one of her legs https://t.co/62up53Gnm2
#Monday_inspiration
Lenin Moreno is one of the most powerful people with disability who has been holding of public office and bringing attention to the needs of PWD in his country https://t.co/VEasDhHZMm
#Monday_inspiration
During a regular papal service a girl with Down syndrome, went toward Pope Francis. Security men quickly moved in 2 take her back to her mom. The Pope stopped them & said to her "come sit next to me.” He continued his homily, holding her hands.
#disability#PopeFrancis
Volunteers from Mykolaivka created a community organization to advocate for the rights of fellow citizens with disabilities. It went viral in social media and brought a wave of support @UNDPUkraine@UNVolunteers https://t.co/xsftsy7QKs
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You know English and have a wish to become a member of our team? Do not miss the chance to apply before a deadline! NEW opportunities are waiting for you! https://t.co/gE7i8dwemF
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