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Disabilities, Volume 5, Issue 3 (September 2025) – 16 articles

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Perceptions of People with Disabilities on the Accessibility of New Zealand’s Built Environment
by Claire Flemmer and Alison McIntosh
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 75; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030075 - 28 Aug 2025
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Accessing the built environment poses many challenges for people with disabilities, severely affecting their independence and quality of life. A panel of experts with a lived experience of disabilities co-designed a survey capturing the challenges in New Zealand’s public places. There were 319 [...] Read more.
Accessing the built environment poses many challenges for people with disabilities, severely affecting their independence and quality of life. A panel of experts with a lived experience of disabilities co-designed a survey capturing the challenges in New Zealand’s public places. There were 319 survey respondents with impairments related to mobility (66.5%), vision (18.8%), hearing (5.0%), sensory processing and cognition (8.8%). They perceived sports stadiums as the least accessible venue, followed by bars, boutique shops and public toilets. The most accessible venues were supermarkets, libraries and shopping malls. The type of disability affected the main accessibility challenges. Significant outdoor barriers included uneven and cluttered paths, inadequate provision of curb cuts, seating and accessible parking spaces, and obscure wayfinding. Entrance barriers included heavy doors, complex access control, remote ramps and narrow, obscure entrances. Interior problems included cluttered paths and poor signage. The top priorities for improvement were simplifying layouts, keeping paths clear, and providing clear, inclusive signage, communication and assistance for people with varying impairments. Providing lower counters, better colour contrast, hearing loop facilities and better control of lighting and acoustics also improve accessibility. This research contributes novel experiential data from people with disabilities that is critical to achieving an inclusive built environment. Full article
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An Educational Conceptual Framework for Reducing Epilepsy-Related Stigma in Primary Schools of Limpopo and Mpumalanga Province, South Africa
by Thendo Gertie Makhado and Rachel Tsakani Lebese
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 74; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030074 - 26 Aug 2025
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Education about epilepsy plays a vital role in reducing stigma, improving seizure response, and preventing school dropout among affected learners. Despite this importance, there is a lack of a structured conceptual framework guiding epilepsy education in primary schools, where children’s foundational learning and [...] Read more.
Education about epilepsy plays a vital role in reducing stigma, improving seizure response, and preventing school dropout among affected learners. Despite this importance, there is a lack of a structured conceptual framework guiding epilepsy education in primary schools, where children’s foundational learning and social development take place. This study aims to develop a conceptual framework that integrates epilepsy education into the life skills curriculum to reduce epilepsy-related stigma from an early age. A qualitative multi-methods approach was employed during the empirical phase, which was conducted in two stages using an exploratory–descriptive design. Data were collected from teachers, life skills education advisors (LEAs), and learners to explore their views on incorporating epilepsy education into the life skills curriculum of primary schools. The findings informed the development of a conceptual framework guided by the Three-Legged Stool Model and Dickoff’s Practice-Oriented Theory. This educational framework is tailored for primary school settings and highlights the roles of learners and teachers in promoting self-esteem through knowledge acquisition, value formation, and skill development, all underpinned by the Ubuntu philosophy. Full article
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Early Injury-Related Predictors of Disability 6 Months After Moderate to Severe Trauma: A Longitudinal Study
by Christoph Schäfer, Håkon Øgreid Moksnes, Mari S. Rasmussen, Torgeir Hellstrøm, Helene Lundgaard Soberg, Olav Røise, Cecilie Røe, Shirin Frisvold, Kristian Bartnes, Pål Aksel Næss, Christine Gaarder, Eirik Helseth, Cathrine Brunborg, Nada Andelic and Audny Anke
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 73; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030073 - 25 Aug 2025
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Trauma often causes long-lasting functional impairment, but the extent varies across populations. This study investigated disability six months after moderate to severe injury and identified sociodemographic and early injury-related predictors, including estimated rehabilitation complexity. Further, we assessed the implementation of direct transfer from [...] Read more.
Trauma often causes long-lasting functional impairment, but the extent varies across populations. This study investigated disability six months after moderate to severe injury and identified sociodemographic and early injury-related predictors, including estimated rehabilitation complexity. Further, we assessed the implementation of direct transfer from acute care in the trauma centre to specialised inpatient rehabilitation, bypassing local hospitals. In this prospective study 398 adults, treated from January 2020 to January 2021 at two Norwegian trauma centres, were included. Self-reported disability was measured using the 12-item World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule 2.0. Ordinal logistic regression was applied to identify predictors of the 6-month disability outcome. At follow-up, 22% reported no disability, 49% mild/moderate and 29% severe. In multivariable analyses, low education, comorbidities, number of injuries and higher estimated rehabilitation complexity at discharge from acute care were significantly associated with greater disability. Only 20% were transferred directly to specialised inpatient rehabilitation, while 17% went via local hospitals. Participants with orthopaedic injuries and women were less likely to be transferred directly. In summary, most participants experienced some disability at 6 months. Indirect pathways to specialised rehabilitation via local hospitals remained common. Understanding predictors of disability and optimising rehabilitation pathways may improve trauma rehabilitation outcomes, highlighting the need for guidelines that identify patients with high rehabilitation needs. Full article
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Towards Better Communication Accessibility for People Living with Aphasia: Identifying Barriers and Facilitators in Financial Institutions
by Sarah Bérubé-Lalancette, Monica Lavoie, Annie Légaré, Valérie Poulin, Marie-Ève Lamontagne, Joëlle Duchesne and Laura Monetta
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 72; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030072 - 23 Aug 2025
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Approximately one-third of stroke survivors live with aphasia, an acquired communication disorder that significantly impacts their ability to understand, speak, read, or write. This condition often leads to social isolation and a reduced quality of life. Financial institutions, as essential community services, present [...] Read more.
Approximately one-third of stroke survivors live with aphasia, an acquired communication disorder that significantly impacts their ability to understand, speak, read, or write. This condition often leads to social isolation and a reduced quality of life. Financial institutions, as essential community services, present numerous communication barriers for people living with aphasia. This study aims to identify the barriers and facilitators influencing the communicative accessibility of financial institutions for people living with aphasia and to discuss solutions to optimize accessibility. A qualitative descriptive research design was employed, involving semi-structured interviews with people living with aphasia and questionnaires filled by employees from financial institutions. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify key themes related to barriers and facilitators. People living with aphasia identified thirteen types of barriers and forty facilitators, related to physical environmental factors, conversational attitudes and service systems and policies. Financial institution employees highlighted the need for better training and awareness regarding aphasia. The study underscores the significant barriers people living with aphasia face in financial institutions and the potential facilitators that could enhance communicative accessibility. Implementing targeted training programs and standardizing accessibility policies are crucial steps towards improving service access for people living with aphasia. Full article
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The Development of the Relate-Know-Respond Model to Enhance Family-Centred Care
by Lizz Carrington, Leigh Hale, Claire Freeman and Meredith Perry
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 71; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030071 - 13 Aug 2025
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Disabled children often experience limited access to Family-Centred Care and social participation, while their families face significant caregiving responsibilities. Healthcare providers have a vital role in providing paediatric rehabilitation and support, yet access to and quality of services remain a key concern. To [...] Read more.
Disabled children often experience limited access to Family-Centred Care and social participation, while their families face significant caregiving responsibilities. Healthcare providers have a vital role in providing paediatric rehabilitation and support, yet access to and quality of services remain a key concern. To improve quality healthcare delivery, it is essential to understand stakeholder experiences of Family-Centred Care. Using an interpretive paradigm, semi-structured qualitative interviews and focus groups were conducted with paediatric healthcare service providers and service users, followed by reflexive thematic analysis. A key theme of ‘relationships enhance knowingness’ was identified. This theme highlights relationships as critical in meaningful service delivery and emphasises that mutual understanding, or knowingness, between service providers and service users is essential for success. Both service providers and service users identified subthemes related to ‘individual characteristics’ and ‘perceptions of families’, shaped by their differing positions within the care relationship. A distinct subtheme concerning ‘experiences of therapy’ was described by service users but was absent from service provider accounts. Fluctuating family capacity was identified as an influential factor affecting service engagement. A new service delivery model is presented to guide providers in delivering tailored, Family-Centred responsive Care. Full article
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Work Opportunities for Youth with Intellectual Disabilities Through Sports Events: Hidden Treasures in a Disabling Environment
by Sandra Wadzanayi Kasu, Amshuda Sonday, Tecla Mlambo and Theresa Lorenzo
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 70; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030070 - 8 Aug 2025
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Background: Youth with intellectual disabilities are often marginalised and discriminated against regarding skills development and work opportunities as society seems to place high value on an individual’s intellect. Unemployment levels for youth with intellectual disabilities are significantly higher than youth in the [...] Read more.
Background: Youth with intellectual disabilities are often marginalised and discriminated against regarding skills development and work opportunities as society seems to place high value on an individual’s intellect. Unemployment levels for youth with intellectual disabilities are significantly higher than youth in the general population, yet youth with intellectual disabilities can become valuable employees. This paper explores the untapped potential for youth with disabilities to access skill development opportunities through participation in sports organisations and events that enable them to become economically active. Methodology: A critical ethnographic approach was adopted as the research design. The sample included six youth with intellectual disabilities, five parents, two vocational trainers, two sports coaches, and two golf managers. Data was gathered through participant observations, semi structured interviews, and reflective journaling. Data was analysed using thematic analysis. Findings: The theme “Hidden treasures in a disabling environment” emerged, highlighting the untapped potential of youth with intellectual disabilities to engage in livelihood activities through participation in sports events. One subtheme was “Invisible and well-hidden resources” reflecting remote training centres leading to missed work opportunities. Research findings highlighted that youth with intellectual disabilities possessed marketable skills, alongside the discovery of substantial unexplored livelihood opportunities in the workforce of sports events. Full article
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Making the Invisible Visible: Addressing the Sexuality Education Needs of Persons with Disabilities Who Identify as Queer in Kenya
by Amani Karisa, Mchungwani Rashid, Zakayo Wanjihia, Fridah Kiambati, Lydia Namatende-Sakwa, Emmy Kageha Igonya, Anthony Idowu Ajayi, Benta Abuya, Caroline W. Kabiru and Moses Ngware
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 69; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030069 - 31 Jul 2025
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Persons with disabilities face barriers to accessing sexuality education. For those who identify as queer, these challenges are compounded by stigma, ableism, and heteronormativity, resulting in distinct and overlooked experiences. This study explored the sexuality education needs of persons with disabilities who identify [...] Read more.
Persons with disabilities face barriers to accessing sexuality education. For those who identify as queer, these challenges are compounded by stigma, ableism, and heteronormativity, resulting in distinct and overlooked experiences. This study explored the sexuality education needs of persons with disabilities who identify as queer in Kenya—a neglected demographic—using a phenomenological approach. Data were collected through a focus group discussion with six participants and analyzed thematically. Three themes emerged: invisibility and erasure; unprepared institutions and constrained support networks; and agency and everyday resistance. Educational institutions often overlook the intersectional needs of persons with disabilities who identify as queer, leaving them without adequate tools to navigate relationships, sexuality, and rights. Support systems are often unprepared or unwilling to address these needs. Societal attitudes that desexualize disability and marginalize queerness intersect to produce compounded exclusion. Despite these challenges, participants demonstrated agency by using digital spaces and informal networks to resist exclusion. This calls for policy reforms that move beyond tokenism to address the lived realities of multiply marginalized groups. Policy reform means not only a legal or governmental shift but also a broader cultural and institutional process that creates space for recognition, protection, and participation. Full article
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“You’re Left on Your Own”: A Qualitative Study on the Experiences of Community Integration After Traumatic Brain Injury
by Janna Griffioen, Jasleen Grewal, Rinni Mamman, Julia Schmidt and Jade Witten
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 68; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030068 - 29 Jul 2025
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Background: Achieving meaningful community integration (engagement in meaningful activity, independent living, and social connectedness) after a traumatic brain injury (TBI) requires addressing persistent barriers limiting its fulfillment. This qualitative study explored the perceptions and experiences of community integration for individuals living with [...] Read more.
Background: Achieving meaningful community integration (engagement in meaningful activity, independent living, and social connectedness) after a traumatic brain injury (TBI) requires addressing persistent barriers limiting its fulfillment. This qualitative study explored the perceptions and experiences of community integration for individuals living with TBI in the community. Methods: Using semi-structured interviews, four focus groups of individuals with TBI were conducted. Data were analyzed using codebook thematic analysis. Findings: There were 13 participants between the ages of 25 and 64, who had acquired their injury at least three years earlier. Community integration was illustrated through three themes: (1) ‘Am I left on my own?’ explored the support systems after TBI, (2) ‘One size fits all’ described the response of society to TBI, and (3) ‘Adapting to a new normal’ highlighted responses to a changed reality. Conclusions: Individuals with TBI reported decreased community integration in multiple facets of life. Understanding the experiences of community integration after TBI can create room for future rehabilitation interventions that consider new abilities and adaptation to barriers. Full article
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Examining Puppetry’s Contribution to the Learning, Social and Therapeutic Support of Students with Complex Educational and Psychosocial Needs in Special School Settings: A Phenomenological Study
by Konstantinos Mastrothanasis, Angelos Gkontelos, Maria Kladaki and Eleni Papouli
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 67; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030067 - 28 Jul 2025
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The present study focuses on investigating the contribution of puppetry as a pedagogical and psychosocial tool in special education, addressing the literature gap in the systematic documentation of the experiences of special education teachers, concerning its use in daily teaching practice. The main [...] Read more.
The present study focuses on investigating the contribution of puppetry as a pedagogical and psychosocial tool in special education, addressing the literature gap in the systematic documentation of the experiences of special education teachers, concerning its use in daily teaching practice. The main objective is to capture the way in which puppetry enhances the learning, social and therapeutic support of students with complex educational and psychosocial needs. The study employs a qualitative phenomenological approach, conducting semi-structured interviews with eleven special education teachers who integrate puppetry into their teaching. Qualitative data were analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings highlight that puppetry significantly enhances cognitive function, concentration, memory and language development, while promoting the active participation, cooperation, social inclusion and self-expression of students. In addition, the use of the puppet acts as a means of psycho-emotional empowerment, supporting positive behavior and helping students cope with stress and behavioral difficulties. Participants identified peer support, material adequacy and training as key factors for effective implementation, while conversely, a lack of resources and time is cited as a key obstacle. The integration of puppetry in everyday school life seems to ameliorate a more personalized, supportive and experiential learning environment, responding to the diverse and complex profiles of students attending special schools. Continuous training for teachers, along with strengthening the collaboration between the arts and special education, is essential for the effective use of puppetry in the classroom. Full article
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Disability Certification in Colombia: An Analysis from the Perspective of Inclusive Social Protection
by Monica Pinilla-Roncancio and Nicolas Rodriguez Caicedo
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 66; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030066 - 25 Jul 2025
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Disability Certification is an instrument that can contribute to the identification of persons with disabilities who are potential beneficiaries of social protection programmes. In Colombia, the disability certification process was changed in 2020 to include a human rights perspective. However, little information exists [...] Read more.
Disability Certification is an instrument that can contribute to the identification of persons with disabilities who are potential beneficiaries of social protection programmes. In Colombia, the disability certification process was changed in 2020 to include a human rights perspective. However, little information exists on how far the process aligns with the recommendations made by the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities or to what extent it provides useful information for the operation of the country’s social protection system. This study aims to analyse how the changes implemented in 2020 have contributed to the identification and determination of persons with disabilities in social protection programmes in Colombia. This research uses an analytical-descriptive design, in which legal documents related to the social protection programme and disability certification were analysed. In addition, we conducted semi-structured interviews in Colombia with people with disabilities, professionals conducting the certification, and with key stakeholders, and we analysed the information using thematic analysis. Colombia changed its certification process in 2020, moving from a capacity-to-work assessment to a process of assessing functioning capacity and participation limitations following the International Classification of Functional Disability and Health. However, the new certification process has not provided an instrument to contribute to determining persons with disabilities who should be prioritised or receive social benefits in Colombia. The certification does not establish the support needs of people with disabilities, does not recommend reasonable adjustments to support their participation in society, and has not been used systematically in social protection programmes. Finally, individuals with disabilities commented that the disability certification is a process that does not open up opportunities to receive social benefits and social transfers, and in most cases, it is an expensive and lengthy process. Disability certification in Colombia is not an instrument that determines the needs of people with disabilities, nor the reasonable accommodations that they require in order to participate in society. Full article
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Evaluating the Effectiveness of Disability Awareness Programs on Influencing University Students’ Attitudes
by Nazem Qandeel, Anan Abu Mariam, Numan Al-Natsheh, Hatem Shlool and Ayman Oudah
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 65; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030065 - 23 Jul 2025
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The present study investigated the impact of a disability awareness program on the attitudes of university students at Al-Ahliyya Amman University towards people with disabilities. The study employed a randomized, two-group, pre- and post-test design. A total of 60 university students were randomly [...] Read more.
The present study investigated the impact of a disability awareness program on the attitudes of university students at Al-Ahliyya Amman University towards people with disabilities. The study employed a randomized, two-group, pre- and post-test design. A total of 60 university students were randomly allocated to either the experimental or control group. The results of a survey showed that those in the experimental group, in comparison with the control group, exhibited a statistically significant increase in the favorability of their attitudes towards people with disabilities following the implementation of the program. Based on the results of this study, we recommend implementing disability awareness programs inside universities and subsequently evaluating their effectiveness in enhancing student attitudes and interactions with people with disabilities, which in turn could lead to a more inclusive society and improve the quality of life for people with disabilities by reducing social barriers and fostering greater understanding and acceptance. The limitations of this study include its restriction to a single university setting and its utilization of a rather small sample size. The study did not assess the long-term effects of the disability awareness program. Full article
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“To Live or Not to Live”: The Silent Voices of Adolescents with Disabilities in Ghana
by Florence Naab, Mary A. Asirifi, Charles Ampong Adjei, Josephine M. Kyei, William Menkah, Hellen Gateri, Emilene Riesdorfer, Reyna Parikh and Elizabeth Burgess-Pinto
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 64; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030064 - 16 Jul 2025
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About 8% of Ghanaians, including adolescents, have various types of disabilities. Although many legal and constitutional protections for people with disabilities, including adolescents, exist in Ghana, it is widely known that these persons face a variety of psychosocial issues. Several factors have been [...] Read more.
About 8% of Ghanaians, including adolescents, have various types of disabilities. Although many legal and constitutional protections for people with disabilities, including adolescents, exist in Ghana, it is widely known that these persons face a variety of psychosocial issues. Several factors have been identified as contributing to the unremitting marginalisation of people with disabilities in general, but the extent to which these can be generalised to adolescents with disabilities is unknown. This study, therefore, sought to document the determinants, manifestations, and consequences of disability-related stigma among differently abled adolescents in three special schools in northern, middle, and southern Ghana. An exploratory descriptive qualitative design was used. Overall, 54 participants were purposively selected for a semi-structured interview and focus group discussions. Braun and Clarke’s procedure for thematic analysis was followed. The findings showed a variety of stigmatising experiences by adolescents with disabilities in their sociocultural context. More broadly, the cause of disability was linked to the ramifications of parental sins against the gods, being a descendant of river gods, and the consequences of bewitchment/curses by family members. Others included the perceived transmissibility of the disability and disability as a visible condition. Stigma manifested in the form of pejorative labelling, ableism, and social exclusion. The consequences of this stigma included negative psychological and emotional effects (i.e., depression, low self-esteem, and a lack of confidence) and suicidal ideation. There is an urgent need for stigma reduction interventions for adolescents with disabilities in Ghana as part of an effort to improve their wellbeing. Full article
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Developmental Characteristics of Phonological Awareness in Hearing-Impaired Preschool Children with Cochlear Implants in China
by Siyi Guo and Inho Chung
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 63; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030063 - 11 Jul 2025
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This study analyzes the current state and developmental characteristics of phonological awareness in hearing-impaired preschool children with cochlear implants aged 3 to 5 years in China. The phonological awareness development of hearing-impaired preschool children is assessed via a comparison with normal-hearing preschool children [...] Read more.
This study analyzes the current state and developmental characteristics of phonological awareness in hearing-impaired preschool children with cochlear implants aged 3 to 5 years in China. The phonological awareness development of hearing-impaired preschool children is assessed via a comparison with normal-hearing preschool children of the same age, utilizing a number of key metrics and statistical analyses to determine any differences in the developmental characteristics between the two groups. The results show that the phonological awareness development of Chinese-speaking hearing-impaired preschool children with cochlear implants follows, for the most part, the progression of their normal-hearing preschool counterparts, albeit at a lower level. Identifying phonological awareness profiles in children with cochlear implants helps improve the accuracy of assessment and supports the development of targeted intervention strategies. This study aims to provide a clearer understanding of their phonological processing abilities. Full article
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Current Status and Issues of the Employment of Persons with Disabilities in Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises in Rural Areas of Japan: A Survey from Business Owners’ Perspectives
by Kazuaki Maebara, Kanae Yamaguchi, Kazuma Ikeda and Hiroki Takahashi
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 62; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030062 - 9 Jul 2025
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This study examines the employment of persons with disabilities in small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in rural Japan. An online survey of 40 SME owners was conducted to assess their understanding, experiences, and challenges in employing persons with disabilities. The results indicate that [...] Read more.
This study examines the employment of persons with disabilities in small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in rural Japan. An online survey of 40 SME owners was conducted to assess their understanding, experiences, and challenges in employing persons with disabilities. The results indicate that many SMEs lack awareness of employment systems, but those with prior contact experience demonstrate greater understanding. Key challenges include difficulties in job creation, workplace acceptance, and inadequate environments. To address these issues, it is essential to enhance information on job creation, share successful cases, and establish mentoring systems for knowledge exchange between SMEs. These findings provide insights for policy development and practical strategies to promote the employment of persons with disabilities in SMEs. Full article
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Attitudes Toward Disability and Inclusive Environments in Georgian Universities: A Cross-Sectional Study of Administrative Staff
by Shorena Sadzaglishvili, Ketevan Makashvili, Ketevan Gigineishvili, Ruizan Mekvabidze and Zurab Zurabashvili
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 61; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030061 - 30 Jun 2025
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This study explores the attitudes of university administrative staff toward disability and their perceptions of the potential for inclusive environments in higher education institutions across Georgia. Using the Attitudes to Disability Scale (ADS), a cross-sectional survey was conducted with 63 staff members from [...] Read more.
This study explores the attitudes of university administrative staff toward disability and their perceptions of the potential for inclusive environments in higher education institutions across Georgia. Using the Attitudes to Disability Scale (ADS), a cross-sectional survey was conducted with 63 staff members from a Tbilisi-based and a regional university. The findings reveal generally positive attitudes, especially among younger and female staff, but expose persistent hierarchies in disability perception—particularly skepticism toward intellectual and psychosocial impairments. While the participants expressed support for inclusion, their recommendations for occupational roles reflected narrow and often custodial views of employability. Urban–rural and tenure-based divides further underscored structural and cultural barriers to full inclusion. This study concludes with actionable recommendations for inclusive training, policy reform, and participatory approaches to shift Georgian universities toward genuine inclusion. Full article
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Editorial
Disabilities, an Inter- and Multi-Disciplinary Journal of Disability Research, Achieves Significant Milestones
by Reinie Cordier
Disabilities 2025, 5(3), 60; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities5030060 - 26 Jun 2025
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Disabilities has achieved several significant milestones in 2024 and 2025 [...] Full article
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