Enabling Lives
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Enabling Lives
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Author : Brian T. McMahon
language : en
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Release Date : 2023-05-05
Enabling Lives written by Brian T. McMahon and has been published by Taylor & Francis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-05-05 with Medical categories.
Enabling Lives provides a look at the disability civil rights movement through an intimate portrayal of the lives of several of its key leaders. Each of the chapters of this book is a separate authorized biography of such prominent figures as Frank Bowe, Tony Coelho, Justin Dart, Judy Heumann, Evan Kemp, and Harold Russell. Enabling Lives provides not only an accurate historical record of key moments in the development of civil rights for individuals with disabilities, but also invites the reader to become acquainted with the individuals who helped to shape the movement and to view history in the making through the eyes of those who were helping to create it. Each of the book's subjects has provided countless hours of interviews, recollections and "war stories" into the making of this important work, helping to create a legacy that hopefully will be carried on by the current and future leaders of the movement.
Being Heumann
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Author : Judith Heumann
language : en
Publisher: Beacon Press
Release Date : 2020-02-25
Being Heumann written by Judith Heumann and has been published by Beacon Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-02-25 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Soon to be an Apple feature movie directed by CODA’s Sian Heder and starring BAFTA-nominated actress Ruth Madeley as Judy Heumann "This important book will help ensure that every person gets a chance to live up to their full potential and will always have a place at the table.”—Hillary Clinton "Her life story as an activist will enlighten readers everywhere.”—Gloria Steinem "Her fierce advocacy and work changing the laws around disability rights have undeniably paved the way for me to achieve what I have today. . . . A must-read.”—Ali Stroker, Tony Award–winning actress One of the most influential disability rights activists in US history tells her personal story of fighting for the right to receive an education, have a job, and just be human A story of fighting to belong in a world that wasn’t built for all of us and of one woman’s activism—from the streets of Brooklyn and San Francisco to inside the halls of Washington—Being Heumann recounts Judy Heumann’s lifelong battle to achieve respect, acceptance, and inclusion in society. Paralyzed from polio at eighteen months, Judy’s struggle for equality began early in life. From fighting to attend grade school after being described as a “fire hazard” to later winning a lawsuit against the New York City school system for denying her a teacher’s license because of her paralysis, Judy’s actions set a precedent that fundamentally improved rights for disabled people. As a young woman, Judy rolled her wheelchair through the doors of the US Department of Health, Education, and Welfare in San Francisco as a leader of the Section 504 Sit-In, the longest takeover of a governmental building in US history. Working with a community of over 150 disabled activists and allies, Judy successfully pressured the Carter administration to implement protections for disabled peoples’ rights, sparking a national movement and leading to the creation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Candid, intimate, and irreverent, Judy Heumann’s memoir about resistance to exclusion invites readers to imagine and make real a world in which we all belong.
Making The Best Years Of Our Lives
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Author : Alison Macor
language : en
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Release Date : 2022-06-07
Making The Best Years Of Our Lives written by Alison Macor and has been published by University of Texas Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-06-07 with Performing Arts categories.
2023 Wall Award Finalist, Theatre Library Association How a Hollywood gem transformed the national discourse on post-traumatic stress disorder. Released in 1946, The Best Years of Our Lives became an immediate success. Life magazine called it “the first big, good movie of the post-war era” to tackle the “veterans problem.” Today we call that problem PTSD, but in the initial aftermath of World War II, the modern language of war trauma did not exist. The film earned the producer Samuel Goldwyn his only Best Picture Academy Award. It offered the injured director, William Wyler, a triumphant postwar return to Hollywood. And for Harold Russell, a double amputee who costarred with Fredric March and Dana Andrews, the film provided a surprising second act. Award-winning author Alison Macor illuminates the film’s journey from script to screen and describes how this authentic motion picture moved audiences worldwide. General Omar Bradley believed The Best Years of Our Lives would help “the American people to build an even better democracy” following the war, and the movie inspired broad reflection on reintegrating the walking wounded. But the film’s nuanced critique of American ideals also made it a target, and the picture and its creators were swept up in the anti-Communist witch hunts of the late 1940s. In this authoritative history, Macor chronicles the making and meaning of a film that changed America.
Business And Governance Insight
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Author : CA Bimal R. Bhatt, Ex-Public Interest Director
language : en
Publisher: Notion Press
Release Date : 2024-01-24
Business And Governance Insight written by CA Bimal R. Bhatt, Ex-Public Interest Director and has been published by Notion Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-01-24 with Business & Economics categories.
CA. Suresh Prabhu, Ex-Cabinet Minister and MP, Govt. of India CA. Bimal R. Bhatt has timely done practical work with authentic case studies in all the chapters. He has also taken lot of guidance and reference from World as well as Indian best business advisors, authors and leaders. In short, a practical volume for knowledge seekers and those who would like to make a mark in the world map through best governance practices. K V Kamath, Ex-Chairman ICICI BANK & INFOSYS I must commend you on the diligence and research that has gone into the book. The bibliography and the various company report that have been used to build the gravitas of the book itself is a treasure trove. CA. Dinesh Kanabar, Eminent Global Business Advisor & Independent Director I am delighted that you have through your research built-up copious precedents and use them to evolve and articulate a framework which can act as a guide to one and all. CA. Nilesh S Vikamsey, Past President, The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) & Independent Director CA. Bimal R Bhatt has done a timely & extensive study and research on the functioning of business and come out with this practical volume on the subject of paramount importance. CA. Jyotin Mehta, Independent Director & Ex-Chief Internal Auditor, VOLTAS Here is a comprehensive compendium on corporate governance practices in India. What makes this interesting is the number of practical illustrations that reinforce the lucid style of writing.
Disability Through The Life Course
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Author : Tamar Heller
language : en
Publisher: SAGE
Release Date : 2012
Disability Through The Life Course written by Tamar Heller and has been published by SAGE this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with Medical categories.
The SAGE Reference Series on Disability is a cross-disciplinary and issues-based series incorporating links from varied fields that make up Disability Studies. This volume tackles issues relating to disability through the life course.
Special Needs In Singapore Trends And Issues
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Author : Meng Ee Wong
language : en
Publisher: World Scientific
Release Date : 2021-07-26
Special Needs In Singapore Trends And Issues written by Meng Ee Wong and has been published by World Scientific this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-07-26 with Education categories.
The fields of special needs education and disability in Singapore have witnessed significant changes and developments especially during the past two decades in the wake of Singapore's evolution towards its vision as an inclusive society. This collection of chapters presents information, knowledge, research, and perspectives across a wide range of topics and issues that are relevant to the lives of persons with disabilities, their families and their communities. This book offers a compendium of local knowledge and research on special needs and disability and integrates international literature, exemplary practices, and innovative ideas for considering future directions and efforts for the fields of special needs education and disability in Singapore.
Encyclopedia Of Death And The Human Experience
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Author : Clifton D. Bryant
language : en
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Release Date : 2009-07-15
Encyclopedia Of Death And The Human Experience written by Clifton D. Bryant and has been published by SAGE Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-07-15 with Social Science categories.
Death and dying and death-related behavior involve the causes of death and the nature of the actions and emotions surrounding death among the living. Interest in the varied dimensions of death and dying has led to the development of death studies that move beyond medical research to include behavioral science disciplines and practitioner-oriented fields. As a result of this interdisciplinary interest, the literature in the field has proliferated. This two-volume resource addresses the traditional death and dying–related topics but also presents a unique focus on the human experience to create a new dimension to the study of death and dying. With more than 300 entries, the Encyclopedia of Death and the Human Experience includes the complex cultural beliefs and traditions and the institutionalized social rituals that surround dying and death, as well as the array of emotional responses relating to bereavement, grieving, and mourning. The Encyclopedia is enriched through important multidisciplinary contributions and perspectives as it arranges, organizes, defines, and clarifies a comprehensive list of death-related perspectives, concepts, and theories. Key Features Imparts significant insight into the process of dying and the phenomenon of death Includes contributors from Asia,; Africa; Australia; Canada; China; eastern, southern, and western Europe; Iceland; Scandinavia; South America; and the United States who offer important interdisciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives Provides a special focus on the cultural artifacts and social institutions and practices that constitute the human experience Addresses death-related terms and concepts such as angel makers, equivocal death, end-of-life decision making, near-death experiences, cemeteries, ghost photography, halo nurses, caregiver stress, cyberfunerals, global religious beliefs and traditions, and death denial Presents a selective use of figures, tables, and images Key Themes Arts, Media, and Popular Culture Perspectives Causes of Death Conceptualization of Death, Dying, and the Human Experience Coping With Loss and Grief: The Human Experience Cross-Cultural Perspectives Cultural-Determined, Social-Oriented, and Violent Forms of Death Developmental and Demographic Perspectives Funerals and Death-Related Activities Legal Matters Process of Dying, Symbolic Rituals, Ceremonies, and Celebrations of Life Theories and Concepts Unworldly Entities and Events With an array of topics that include traditional subjects and important emerging ideas, the Encyclopedia of Death and the Human Experience is the ultimate resource for students, researchers, academics, and others interested in this intriguing area of study.
Graceful Simplicity
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Author : Jerome M. Segal
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2003-04-30
Graceful Simplicity written by Jerome M. Segal and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-04-30 with History categories.
"Graceful Simplicity is a marvelously textured analysis of the elusive ideal of simple living. For those eager to find a way to get off the 'more is better' treadmill, Jerome Segal offers insight and hope…. A must read."—David Shi, author of The Simple Life "Segal articulates a message that is both revolutionary and just plain sensible—consume less and take time to enjoy life more. He rescues us from a consumerism gone haywire without advocating isolationism. In a new and better way we are still our brother's keeper."—Arlie Russell Hochschild, author of The Time Bind: When Work Becomes Home and Home Becomes Work "Segal wants a political movement to create a functioning public sector, complete with universal health insurance and a sturdy safety net. Numerous and powerful interest groups will fight such reforms with bitter determination. But what could provide a better source of drama and adventure than the struggle to make the simpler life a viable option for all?"—Barbara Ehrenreich, Civilization
Disability And U S Politics
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Author : Dana Lee Baker
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2017-01-16
Disability And U S Politics written by Dana Lee Baker and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-01-16 with Political Science categories.
More than 1 billion people worldwide have a disability, and they are all affected by politics. This two-volume work explores key topics at the heart of disability policy, such as voting, race, gender, age, health care, social security, transportation, abuse, and the environment. Disability policy is no longer an area that can be adequately addressed within major areas of public policy such as welfare, health, labor, and education. Disability has become widely acknowledged in recent decades, partly because of the increasing number of disabled citizens across all demographic populations. Advocates argue that diversity of all kinds deserves recognition and accommodation. This set examines policies targeting disability to provide a multifaceted description of the political participation of people with disabilities as well as disability policy development in the United States. The first volume focuses on political participation and voting issues, and the second volume covers disability public policy. In these two volumes, numerous scholars and experts in the social sciences and humanities explore timely topics that are key to disability policy questions, including activism, voting, race, gender, age, health care, social security, civil rights, abuse, the environment, and even death. Readers will better understand the challenges that policymakers face in grappling with controversies over issues of social engineering and public policy, often attempting to reconcile majority experience with minority rights. The chapters analyze the history of disability politics, describe the disability policy infrastructure as it currently exists in the United States, and provide insight into current disability-related controversies.
Exploring Learning Identity And Power Through Life History And Narrative Research
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Author : Ann-Marie Bathmaker
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2010-02-25
Exploring Learning Identity And Power Through Life History And Narrative Research written by Ann-Marie Bathmaker and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-02-25 with Education categories.
What stories can we tell of ourselves and others and why should they be of interest to others? Exploring Learning, Identity and Power through Life History and Narrative Research responds to these questions with examples from diverse educational and social contexts. The book brings together a collection of writing by different authors who use a narrative/life history approach to explore the experiences of a wide range of people, including teachers, nurses, young people and adults, reflecting on learning and education at significant moments in their lives. In addition, each chapter provides an account by the author of the process of constructing research narratives, and the second chapter of the book focuses specifically on ethical issues in life history and narrative research. This book: provides vivid examples of a narrative/life history approach to research uses narrative/life history to explore identity, power and social justice offers an effective model for practice. With contributions from a number of international experts, this book addresses key issues of social justice and power played out within different contexts, and also discusses the ethics of narrative research directly. The book makes a timely contribution to the growing interest in the use of narrative and life history research. With the increasing importance of continuing professional development for many working in education, health and social service contexts, the book will be of interest to both students and researchers, as it provides clear examples of how researching professionals can use narrative research to investigate a particular area of interest.