Disability Does Not Define Ability
Disability Does Not Define Ability
Just because someone is disabled doesn’t mean they lack abilities, intelligence, or potential. Disability is a part of who they are—not a limit on what they can achieve. Could a wheelchair user become a brain surgeon? Absolutely. History has proven time and again that brilliance knows no physical or cognitive boundaries.
Dr. Caroline Cao, a biomedical engineer with cerebral palsy, revolutionised surgical robotics.
Dr. David Hartman became the first blind person to graduate from medical school and practice psychiatry.
Countless disabled professionals thrive in high-skill fields—from law and neuroscience to the arts and beyond.
The real barrier isn’t disability—it’s society’s misguided assumption that disabled people are less capable. Ableism paints disability as incompetence, when in truth, the only incompetence is failing to see past differences.
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We’re proud to share Sensory Sensations NZ, a new resource hub offering insights into a wide range of disabilities—both visible and invisible. Funded by the Whangarei District Council, this project is still growing, so bookmark our site and check back for regular updates!
Explore Our Disability-Focused Initiatives
📚 Boundless Dreams NZ: Original children’s books with disability themes, fostering inclusion from an early age.
📖 Disability Advisory Resources: E-books and training manuals to promote awareness and understanding.
💛 Children with Disability NZ (CC59148): Our registered charity dedicated to enriching the lives of disabled children in Aotearoa.
Visit our websites, support our mission, and join us in challenging stereotypes!
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