http://www.linktv.org/programs/disability07The annual observance of the International Day of Disabled Persons, 3 December, aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. It also seeks to increase awareness of gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.
Link TV is observing this important day with a special line-up of programming. Tune in to the programs below, and click on individual titles to learn more about the films, and the issues they cover.
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Visit the UN's site for advice on ways to observe the International Day of Disabled Persons
http://www.un.org/disabilities/default.asp?navid=22&pid=109Read Amy Goodman's open letter, "For Whom the Bell's Palsy Tolls"
http://www.truthdig.com/report/print/20071030_for_whom_the_bells_palsy_tolls/