The Social Model of Disability

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The Social Model of Disability focuses on societal barriers rather than individual impairments.

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The Social Model emphasizes the role of society in creating barriers for disabled individuals.

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Empowerment recognizes the rights and capabilities of people with disabilities.

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Empowerment is essential for enabling individuals to advocate for themselves.

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The Social Model contrasts with the Medical Model by focusing on societal changes.

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The Medical Model often focuses on the individual's impairments.

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The Social Model promotes equal opportunities in education and employment.

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It aims to ensure that individuals with disabilities have the same opportunities as others.

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Designing buildings with ramps and elevators is part of promoting accessibility.

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Such designs help to eliminate physical barriers.

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The Social Model has influenced legislation like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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This legislation aims to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities.

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The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) is influenced by the Social Model.

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The CRPD promotes the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities.

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Societal barriers include policies that exclude people with disabilities.

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Such policies can limit opportunities for participation.

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Attitudinal barriers include prejudice and stereotypes.

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These barriers can affect how individuals with disabilities are perceived.

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The Social Model shifts focus from individual impairments to societal barriers.

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This shift is crucial for understanding disability.