Disability is not Inability

James N. Amanze & Fidelis Nkomazana

Description

This book is about people with disabilities (PWDs) and the extraordinary talents they have that can contribute towards the world economy generally and that of Southern and Central Africa in particular. The papers selected for this book were presented at an international conference that was held at the University of Botswana from 16th to 19th October 2018. The conference was held in order to address the injustices, discrimination and exclusion that people with disabilities face in their daily life. The papers discuss the need to train families and leaders in disability awareness, for clear national policies, the funding needed to address issues that affect PWDs, inclusive education, and the need to create a conducive environment and the implementation of policies, strategies and programmes. The book also points to the importance of sharing stories and experiences of success as a strategy of empowering PDWs.

Informations

• Publié par: Mzuni Press
• Date de parution: 24 juillet 2020
• Nombre de lectures: 4
• EAN13: 9789996060816
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 5 Mo

Extrait

Imagine the world of science without Stephen Hawking, who, in spite of being
wheel-chaired and dependent on a computerized voice systematized
communication, was a highly accomplished scientist; the Olympics without
Thanni Grey Thompson, who was a legendary Paralympic athlete; television
without Stephen Fry, who suered from bipolar disorder causing manic
depression and mental disorder and Tiger Woods, the American professional
golfer, who had stuttering problems at childhood but had to ght and conquer
his speech disorder through hard work and practice. His achievement today
ranks him among the most successful golfers in the world.
This book argues that people with disabilities (PWDs) have extraordinary A QUEST FOR INCLUSION & PARTICIPATION
talents to succeed and contribute to the world economy. Many PWDs have OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY IN SOCIETY
strong character and determination to live life in its fullness. Though not every
one of the PWDs is a genius, they have the potential, in their own way, to be
extraordinary and that with the right support, they can make valuable
contributions to society and live a fullling life. I, therefore, recommend this
book to policy makers, religious leaders, educationists, politicians, traditional
leaders, prospective employers and PWDs.
Professor Fidelis Nkomazana
(Department of Theology & Religious Studies, University of Botswana)
Edited by:
James N. Amanze
Fidelis Nkomazana
James N. Amanze
Fidelis Nkomazana
DISABILITY
IS NOT INABILITY


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Cover: T. Motswetta and Daniel NeumannDISABILITY
IS NOT INABILITY
A Quest for Inclusion and Participation of
People with Disability in Society
Edited by
James N. Amanze
Fidelis Nkomazana
Mzuni Books no. 42
Mzuzu 2020 Contents
Notes on Contributors 9
Introduction 26
Chapter 1 30
Disabilities and Human Rights Issues in Botswana 30
Augustine Makgonatsotlhe and Letlhogonolo Itshabeng 30
Chapter 2 45
The Attitude of Six World Religions towards People with
Disabilities: A Critical Appraisal 45
James N. Amanze 45
Chapter 3 64
An Ecumenical Response to Disability: EDAN's Journey 64
Anjeline Okola 64
Chapter 4 77
Societal Barriers that Impugn on the Dignity of Persons with
Disabilities 77
Joseph Ankomah Cromwell 77
Chapter 5 91
Social Exclusion and Accessibility Challenges: Designing
Accessible Physical Public Spaces 91
Lily Clara Fidzani 91
Chapter 6 101
The Right to Universal Health Care for People with
Disabilities and those at Risk of Disabilities in Botswana 101
Karen Aranha, Dipotso Galeforolwe 101
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Chapter 7 117
Disability and the Theorizing of Personhood 117
Ibanga B. Ikpe and Makotoka Kahaka 117
Chapter 8 140
Access for Persons with Disabilities to Basic Socio-Economic
Infrastructure: The Community Driven Development (CDD)
Approach 140
Micheline Kamba 140
Chapter 9 154
Caring for Pastors with Disabilities 154
Christina Landman 154
Chapter 10 171
Inclusion and Participation: A Success Story and Convictions
of a Person with a Disability 171
Sebenzile Matsebula 171
Chapter 11 179
Access to Archives by Persons with Disabilities at the
Botswana National Archives and Records Services (BNARS) 179
Mmamfi Bess Jenkins, Nathan Mnjama and Julie Moloi 179
Chapter 12 210
The Impact of Having a Child with Cerebral Palsy: An
Exploratory Case Study of Seven Mothers in Gaborone,
Botswana 210
Serefete Molosiwa, Nelly Malatsi, Kefilwe Batsalelwang,
Tshoganetso Kgarebe, Jasmine Chirwa, Mphoentle Sibisibi,
Kgalalelo Bonno, Dudu A. Modisa, and Kgatlhego Tsimakoko 210
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Chapter 13 225
The Potential of Inclusion and Participation through Assistive
and Rehabilitation Technologies 225
Olefile B. Molwane, Paulson B. Letsholo, Shadreck M.
Situmbeko, Victor Ruele 225
Chapter 14 249
A Christology of the (Dis)abled in the Gospel of Mark 249
Dorcus Motswadira 249
Chapter 15 259
Church and Disability in Malawi: A Social-Cultural and
Religious Perspective 259
Jonathan S. Nkhoma 259
Chapter 16 283
Spirituality and Quality of Life for People with Disability in
the Context of Pentecostal Churches in Botswana 283
Fidelis Nkomazana 283
Chapter 17 309
Web Accessibility in Botswana 309
Goaletsa Rammidi and Tebo Leburu-Dingalo 309
Chapter 18 329
Toward Early Detection and Intervention for Children with
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD): Scientific Evidence and
Life Stories of Two Botswana Parents 329
Pabalelo E. Pule, Phumla Malambe, Gwen Lesetedi, Motshedisi
B. Sabone 329
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Chapter 19 358
Critical Consideration for a Child and Adolescent Mental
Health Policy for Botswana 358
Segolame Kaelo, Kabo Letlhogile, Kelebogile Matshane, Nancy
Monyake, Joseph Timela, and Phumla Malambe, Motshedisi
Sabone 358
Chapter 20 379
Design and Development of a Solar Powered Wheelchair 379
Polokano Sekonopo 379
Chapter 21 397
Portrayal of Disability in Secondary School Religious
Education Textbooks in Botswana 397
Senzokuhle Doreen Setume, Kumbulani Masalila 397
Chapter 22 415
Ministry of Basic Education Policy Direction on Disability in
Botswana 415
Sir Wonder Masebola 415
Chapter 23 433
Re-Interpreting Inclusion from Ubuntu Perspective: Towards
a Non-exclusionary Approach for Persons with Disability 433
Abel B. Tabalaka, Stephen Nawa and Doreen Sesiro 433
Chapter 24 450
Accessibility of Library and Information Services: Experiences
of a University Library 450
Tiragalo Josephine Masibi 450
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Chapter 25 470
Challenges of the Paralympic Movement in Botswana:
Cultural Perspectives 470
Dineo Tshosa 470
Chapter 26 490
Disability and Access to Health Care Services 490
Billy Tsima, Thato Paulus-Mokgachane, and Tiny Masupe 490
Chapter 27 506
Disability: An Islamic Perspective 506
Sheikh Hategekimana Assan 506
Bibliography 520
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Notes on Contributors
Amanze, James Nathaniel is a Professor of Systematic Theology in the
Department of Theology and Religious Studies, University of Botswana.
He holds a Diploma in Theology (University of Makerere), Bachelor of
Social Science (University of Malawi), BA (Hons) in Theology (Oxford
University), M A in Theology (Oxford University) and PhD in Religious
Studies (London University). He has published academic books, book
chapters and articles in refereed journals and books. He is a member of
Societas Oecumenica and has served as Secretary of the World
Conference of the Associations of Theological Institutions (WOCATI).
He currently serves as a member of the Advisory Council of the
Dictionary of African Christian Biographies, Principal of St. Augustine
Theological School and Secretary of the Association of Theological
Institutions in Southern and Central Africa (ATISCA).
Aranha, Karen (Dr), has over two decades of clinical experience as an
occupational therapist and five years of university teaching experience.
She has a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, a Master of
Science in Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences in the biomechanics
track and a Doctor of Philosophy in Human Development and Family
studies, with a specialization in gerontology and human agency of the
older adult. She works primarily in the US, but has international
experience, and has taken students on medical humanities trips to
Guatemala, Nicaragua and the US/Mexico Border town of Laredo. In
2000-2001 she lived Bulawayo, Zimbabwe and worked with people and
organizations across the life span. Her experiences in Zimbabwe have
given her the impetus to advocate for the disadvantaged and the disabled
in the Global South. In 2016 she started a student led pro bono clinic for
people without resources for rehabilitation services in Galveston, Texas.
As an occupational therapist and an academic and researcher, her
expertise is in neurorehabilitation and in finding ways to address
neuroplasticity for people with acquired neurological lesions.
Batsalelwang, Kefilwe J.P. is a Senior Lecturer in Gender Education
section, Department of Educational Foundations at the University of
Botswana. Her Research interests include: Gender issues in Education,
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Social and Health inequalities, Intersectionality and Qualitative research
approaches.
Bonno, Kgalalelo Joyce holds a Bachelor Degree in Public Health as
well as a Diploma in General Nursing. She has served in the nursing
fraternity for 17 years.
Chirwa, Jasmine, BA in Hu