RBC Rehabilitación Basada en Comunidad

Understanding Disability and Community Support

The Invisible Struggles of Disability

• The speaker expresses frustration over the invisibility of disability in society, highlighting experiences of discrimination faced by children with disabilities.

• There is a fear among parents regarding societal readiness to support children with disabilities, especially for young or older mothers.

Community Engagement and Education

• A group of 15 promoters underwent six months of training on disability awareness to better assist affected families.

• With support from RBC, children are motivated to attend educational activities, fostering a sense of normalcy and routine.

Inclusion in Education

• Efforts are made to ensure that children with disabilities can attend school alongside their peers, promoting inclusivity within classrooms.

• Personal stories illustrate the transformation in children's confidence and social skills through community support initiatives.

Rehabilitation Based on Community Strategies

• The project emphasizes community-based rehabilitation as per WHO guidelines, focusing on integrating disabled children into society.

• Collaboration with international organizations aims to provide resources for vulnerable children in Colombia.

Empowering Families and Children

• The initiative encourages students to view disability as a matter of citizenship, fostering empathy and understanding towards others.

• Small achievements like teaching a child with disabilities to eat independently are celebrated as significant milestones for families.

Overcoming Challenges Together

• Economic hardships faced by families with disabled children are acknowledged; however, there is optimism about increasing independence for these kids through community efforts.

• Participants express gratitude for learning opportunities provided by the program, emphasizing the importance of continued support for all disabled children.