People often think that because we can't see we don't have responsibilities or achievements. It is time to break these prejudices, said, among other things, UNICEF's young reporter Sofija Ivanović in one of the podcasts published on the occasion of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which provide an objective insight into the lives, challenges and successes of young people with disabilities. in development.
In the first episode, Sofia and Radovan Džuver share with Manja Čalija the surprising and often unusual questions that others ask them.
From questions about how they dream to assumptions about their abilities and daily activities, the podcast exposes the entrenched stereotypes they face.
Sofija, among other things, also said that it is very important to address people with visual impairments by their name and to treat them with the same respect as anyone else.
"We are people like everyone else", Sofija and Radovan remind the listeners.
Through the podcast, UNICEF's young reporters call on decision-makers and all citizens to work together to create a society of equal opportunities for all.
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