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Postby annie » 11 Jul 2015, 09:01

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A giant sculpture of an old Spastics Society collection box has been erected in central London. It's aim is to trigger conversations about disability, but Kate Ansell doesn't think it helps.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-ouch-33440475
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Re: Does this Spastics Society statue start the right conver

Postby Rosalind » 11 Jul 2015, 13:45

I not think it will start the right conversation, people will be intrigued by its size and take photos but I do not think it will help the charity or the disabled.
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Re: Does this Spastics Society statue start the right conver

Postby maureenho » 11 Jul 2015, 15:12

I don't think it will make people think about disability, still far to many ignorant people steer clear of anyone with a disability.
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Re: Does this Spastics Society statue start the right conver

Postby wendy » 12 Jul 2015, 15:24

seems like a step backward to me, instead of moving forward.
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Re: Does this Spastics Society statue start the right conver

Postby JaneJ » 12 Jul 2015, 15:41

I agree Wendy.

Seems an odd thing to do. There must be better ways to get people to think about disabilities in a more positive and interactive way that promotes understanding and consideration
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