Disability is not inability- Adwinsa Children’s Show breaks barriers to promote inclusiveness

Some of the dignitaries and children reading a book at the programme Photo Victor A. Buxton

In an effort to combat stigmati­sation against individuals with disabilities, Adwinsa Publications has unveiled the Adwinsa Children’s Show, a ground-breaking initiative to integrate children with disabilities into all aspects of life.

This will dispel misconceptions and create an environment where chil­dren with disabilities will be em­braced everywhere.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Adwinsa, Mr. Kwaku Oppong-Am­ponsah, emphasised the paramount objective of the Adwinsa Children’s Show.

“We envision a world where chil­dren with disability will not be ex­cluded from our creative endeavours, particularly in the realm of litera­ture and societal development,” he remarked.

Mr. Amponsah fervently spoke against the marginalisation of per­sons with disabilities (PWDs), and reminded guests that “disability is not inability.”

The CEO of the National Council of PWD, Lawyer Esther Gyamfi, lauded the initiators of Adwinsa Children’s Show, and described it as a mon­umental stride towards inclusion within the publishing industry. She commended Adwinsa Publica­tions for its dedication to learners with disabilities.

Head of the Guidance and Coun­selling Unit at the Ghana Education Service (GES), Mrs. Gifty Sekyi-Bre­mansu emphasised the multifaceted contributions that individuals with disabilities brought to society. She explained that the term “disability” encompasses more than mere physical or mental limitations; it encapsulates a person’s unique abilities and potential to contribute meaningfully to society.

Mrs. Sekyi-Bremansu noted that disability could occur through various life circumstances, and mentioned that some individuals were not born disabled but encountered unfortu­nate events that altered their physi­cal capabilities. She urged the public to treat ev­eryone equitably, irrespective of the person’s physical appearances.

The ‘Adwinsa Children’s Show’ stands as a powerful testament to the transformative impact of inclu­siveness and understanding. With the rallying cry that “disabil­ity is not inability,” Adwinsa Publi­cations has ignited a movement that aims to reshape societal attitudes and pave the way for a more inte­grated and harmonious future for all.  

By George Obeng Osei