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'Life is a Battle': Advancing Inclusion at African Forum for Persons of Short Stature in Mali
'Life is a Battle': Advancing Inclusion at African Forum for Persons of Short Stature in Mali
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People with short stature, such as those with dwarfism, face various health challenges including, skeletal issues, respiratory problems, hearing and vision... 16.10.2024, Sputnik Africa
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With the motto "Life is a battle and each day is a step," the 2nd edition of the African Forum for Persons of Short Stature kicked off in Bamako on Monday.It gathered participants from 12 African countries: Cote d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, DR Congo, Guinea, Benin, Liberia, Mauritania, Niger, Ghana, Togo, and Senegal.This five-day event, held under the patronage of the country's president Assimi Goita and former First Lady Toure Lobbo Traore, focuses on improving the social conditions of people living with disabilities, particularly those of short stature, the country’s ministry of health stated.The forum serves as a vital platform for advocacy, exchange, and raising awareness about the need for greater inclusivity in Africa. Kady Barry, president of the forum, highlighted the importance of pushing for change and encouraging persons living with disabilities to embrace their identities and roles in society.
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'Life is a Battle': Advancing Inclusion at African Forum for Persons of Short Stature in Mali
17:19 16.10.2024 (Updated: 18:28 16.10.2024) Christina Glazkova
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People with short stature, such as those with dwarfism, face various health challenges including, skeletal issues, respiratory problems, hearing and vision impairments, and difficulty managing weight. They also encounter social challenges like discrimination, accessibility barriers, and bullying, which can lead to emotional distress and isolation.
With the motto "Life is a battle and each day is a step," the 2nd edition of the African Forum for Persons of Short Stature kicked off in Bamako on Monday.
It gathered participants from 12 African countries: Cote d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, DR Congo, Guinea, Benin, Liberia, Mauritania, Niger, Ghana, Togo, and
Senegal.This five-day event, held under the patronage of the country's president Assimi Goita and former First Lady Toure Lobbo Traore, focuses on improving the social conditions of people living with disabilities, particularly those of short stature, the country’s ministry of health
stated.The forum serves as a vital platform for advocacy, exchange, and raising awareness about the need for greater inclusivity in Africa. Kady Barry, president of the forum, highlighted the importance of pushing for change and encouraging persons living with disabilities to embrace their identities and roles in society.
