Citizen walk highlights barriers for people with disabilities
Heidi Echavarria- 0
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A citizen walk was held today in Lethbridge from the City Hall until Galt Gardens Park. With the theme “Rising from the Ashes, Stronger than Ever, Together!
Organizers highlighted the need to achieve equity, inclusion, and disability rights in Southern Alberta. Chelsey Peat the Community Engagement with Inclusion Lethbridge Association, spoke about the importance of continued advocacy and awareness.
According to stats Canada, persons with disabilities are less likely to experience financial security and more likely to live in poverty than persons without disabilities.
