Why discriminate….?
I was taken to a pub today by my stepfather for dinner.
As we sat there talking a number of teenagers in their wheelchairs with their carers.
They sat round a reserved table and like me had come in for drink and a meal.
It became obvious that this group had mental illnesses.
But what amazed and angered me was overhearing the reaction of the group of people sat on the table next to me.
They were horrified that this group of teenagers was allowed into this or any pub.
I hated that.
Why is it that people are judged so quickly by their disabilities…and not by their abilities.
Why should anyone be treated in this way.
Those that expressed their disapproval did so with ignorance an with no understanding of the individuals.
Why do people who do have mental illness or disabilities are judged by there behaviour and communication skills.
But if you are willing to open your mind you will find an intelligent individual, that does not deserve the discrimination or remarks I heard today.
Is it normal in today’s society to judge and classify individuals just based on outer appearance…
I know they loved their day out because I did talk with them.
I hope one day people will not continue to be judged by their disabilities, but by their abilities.
Or maybe I am hoping to much..?
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