‘It’s Very Personal’: Advocate pushes to grow disability rights group in SWLA
KPLC 7 News
People First of Louisiana, a self-advocacy group run by and for people with disabilities, is expanding its reach in Southwest Louisiana to address accessibility issues and promote community inclusion. George Swift, an advocate with a disability, highlights challenges such as inadequate accessible parking, transportation barriers, and lack of accommodations for people who are blind or deaf, emphasizing the need for awareness and better integration of people with disabilities into everyday life. The local chapter aims to grow its membership and continues to push for systemic changes to improve accessibility and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
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