Dehumanizing' experiences lead diabled student to demand improved bus accessibility

3/25/2023

As someone with a learning disability that affects my reading speed, I know firsthand what it feels like to face dehumanizing experiences that make me feel like a burden or an inconvenience. And unfortunately, many disabled individuals face these types of situations on a regular basis.

One area where this is particularly evident is in public transportation. For disabled individuals who rely on buses to get around, the lack of accessibility can be incredibly frustrating and dehumanizing. From buses with broken lifts to drivers who refuse to provide assistance, these experiences can leave disabled individuals feeling marginalized and disrespected.

But we don't have to accept this status quo. As a society, we should be demanding better from our transportation systems and advocating for greater accessibility for all individuals. This includes making sure that buses are equipped with functioning lifts, providing training for drivers on how to properly assist disabled passengers, and creating a culture of compassion and understanding for those who may need a little extra help.

Conclusion:
As someone who has experienced firsthand the challenges of living with a disability, I know that change is possible. By speaking out and demanding better, we can create a more compassionate and accessible world for all individuals.

The Article is posted on The Daily Tar Heel, its by Emmy Martin posted on Mach 21,2023

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I’m Matthew Sampson of Resilience, Now age 40, As a kid I was a “bright-eyed and bushy-tailed” kid in special Ed with resilience, now I’m looking to help
parents see how my learning deficit on how it effects a kid subconsciously
through my story, how a kid can overcome with using his or her talent into a successful career as an adult. I was the kid that rode in the short yellow bus, I knew I was different by riding that bus, the rides were fun thou. My parents supported me, but they did not completely understand
how my learning deficit affected me subconsciously. I did not have the ability to explain it, either. I could not read in fourth grade. I delt with a learning deficit of reading, writing, and comprehend in academics up until the graduated 12 grade and in college. I’m a strong believer in education
to a certain degree, no matter if it’s in College, Trade School, self-
educating, it’s all about taking the initiative in your talent in what your
good at. I struggled in the Vacaville, CA Education system of Special
Education in 1989 all way through the 1990s, until I graduated in the year 2001. I'm now having the opportunity to share my experiences to help other individuals to thrive and discover their contentment and talent from my learning experiences through my book.

Dehumanizing' experiences lead diabled student to demand improved bus accessibility

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