Mastodawn

Redefining success may require broader standards.

In Facing the Challenge, Beating the Odds, lived experience shows how growth, responsibility, and work reshape achievement.

Related reflection:
www.jimmymulzetstory.com/redefining-success-when-life-looks-different

#DisabilityInclusion #Memoir #Resilience #InclusiveSociety

Wild Sown Dec 17

Proud to see #SkateCanada acting with #courage in a time when courage is becoming rare. Skate Canada to stop holding national, international events in Alberta - CBC News #canada #figureskating #canpoli #skating #alberta #sport #inclusion #transgender #inclusivesociety #sportsnews #canadianvalues

Skate Canada to stop holding n...

Skate Canada to stop holding national, international events in Alberta | CBC News

Skate Canada says it will no longer host major events in Alberta following a review of the province's legislation on the participation of transgender athletes in women's sport.

CBC

Wild Sown Dec 17

Proud to see #SkateCanada acting with #courage in a time when courage is becoming rare.

Skate Canada to stop holding national, international events in Alberta - CBC News

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/skate-canada-events-alberta-transgender-9.7018092

#canada #figureskating #canpoli #skating #alberta #sport #inclusion #transgender #inclusivesociety #sportsnews #canadianvalues

Skate Canada to stop holding national, international events in Alberta | CBC News

Skate Canada says it will no longer host major events in Alberta following a review of the province's legislation on the participation of transgender athletes in women's sport.

CBC

Headlines Africa Dec 4

Africa: Government Reaffirms Commitment to a Disability-Inclusive South Africa: [SAnews.gov.za] Government has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing a disability-inclusive society through strengthened partnerships, improved access to services, and the protection of the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities. http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TPdFlm #DisabilityInclusion #AccessibilityForAll #InclusiveSociety #DisabilityRights #EqualOpportunities

SCAB Pharmacy Limited Dec 3

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 | 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Today, we recognize the strength, resilience, and valuable contributions of persons with disabilities worldwide. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, "𝗙𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀," reminds us that true social progress happens when everyone is included and empowered.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀:
- Raises awareness about the challenges persons with disabilities face daily.
- Promotes accessibility and inclusion in education, employment, healthcare, and public life.
- Encourages communities to break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and support equal rights.
- Celebrates achievements and contributions of persons with disabilities.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲:
- Advocate for accessible infrastructure in your community.
- Use inclusive language and promote respectful representation.
- Support organizations working for disability rights and services.
- Ensure your workplace, school, or events are accessible to all.
- Educate yourself and others about disability rights and inclusion.

𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿:
Accessibility benefits everyone—innovations like voice-controlled tech, adaptive devices, and inclusive design improve life for all.

Together, let’s build societies where every person has equal opportunity to thrive.

#DisabilityInclusion #AccessibilityForAll #InclusiveSociety #DisabilityRights #EndDiscrimination #AssistiveTechnology #EqualOpportunities #InclusiveFuture #SocialProgress #BreakBarriers #SCABPharmacy

Maikel de Bakker Jul 22, 2025

Pride Walk – Roze Maandag, Tilburg Kermis (Part 4)
“Born This Way”

In a world where being yourself isn’t always safe, accepted, or even allowed, Pride Walks like this one matter more than ever. They offer visibility, solidarity, and celebration to those whose identities are often silenced.

I’m proud to live in a country where we embrace the beauty of diversity — where no matter your skin color, body type, religion, or heritage, your identity deserves respect and joy. Pride is not just for the LGBTQIA+ community; it is for everyone who believes in freedom of expression and equality. Even if you’re straight — you’re welcome to walk, support, learn, and celebrate. That’s how we build inclusive societies: together.

The portraits in this post — taken with my Canon 5D Mark III and Sigma 100–400mm lens — capture just a few of the powerful, beautiful individuals who walked with pride, dignity, and color. The wide shots, from my Canon 7D Mark II and 15–85mm lens, show just how many hearts and banners filled the streets. And yes, the city was awash in pink — and it was perfect.

Because no one should ever have to hide who they are.

#bornthisway #pridewalk2025 #rozemaandag #tilburgsekermis #inclusionmatters #canon5dmarkiii #sigma100400 #canon7dmarkii #diversityisbeautiful #prideforeveryone #lgbtqia #identitymatters #freedomtobe #equalityforall #celebratediversity #photodocumentary #queervisibility #supportallidentities #communitysupport #dutchpride #intersectionalpride #standwithpride #tilburgcity #loveisfree #humanrightsforall #fromtheheart #belongingmatters #inclusivesociety #prideandpeace #allarewelcome #togetherwecelebrate

Maikel de Bakker Jul 22, 2025

Pride Walk – Roze Maandag, Tilburg Kermis (Part 2)
Young and Old, With Smiles and Pride

Part 2 of my Roze Maandag series brings you into the heart of the Pride Walk — a moving celebration of love, visibility, and community that began at Tilburg Central Station.

Though the official start was at 14:00, the first participants arrived hours earlier, ready to make their presence known. As the parade began to move through the city, so did I — sprinting ahead again and again to capture fresh angles (seven times in total, with 12.5 kg on my back and two cameras strapped to my front… safe to say, I felt it in my legs later).

In this set, you’ll find a wide-angle shot showing the sheer scale of the event — a long, beautiful river of rainbow flags and waving hands. One photo captures three generations of women — young, middle-aged, and elderly — each radiating pride in her own way. Along the route, bystanders paused, smiled, clapped, or stood in amazed silence. Even those not walking became part of the moment.

Pride is not just for the young or for one group — it's for everyone who believes in dignity, visibility, and love without conditions. That message walked right through the streets of Tilburg yesterday.

#rozemaandag #pridewalktilburg #tilburgsekermis #lhbtq #canon5dmarkiii #sigma100400 #canon7dmarkii #prideevent #dutchpride #streetphotography #inclusivesociety #generationsunited #walkwithpride #queercommunity #loveislove #documentingpride #urbanphotography #tilburglife #photodocumentary #paradephotography #queerjoy #multigenerationalpride #supportequalsvisibility #runningphotographer #rainbowflags #pridecapture #natuurindestad #queerhistory #safeandseen #humanrightsforall

Maikel de Bakker Jul 22, 2025

Pride Walk – Roze Maandag, Tilburg Kermis (Part 1)

Yesterday, I attended the Pride Walk during Roze Maandag at the Tilburgse Kermis — a celebration of love, freedom, and being unapologetically yourself. Roze Maandag is more than just a day of pink and glitter. It’s a statement: you are welcome here, whoever you are.

This is part one of a five-part series covering the event. Today’s photos, taken with my Canon 5D Mark III and Sigma 100–400mm lens, offer a gentle start — portraits of energy, color, and connection. You’ll see a lot of pink, yes — it’s tradition after all — but also strength, joy, and humanity in motion.

Events like these are important. They give visibility to the LGBTQ+ community and celebrate the right to exist freely in public space — something still not guaranteed everywhere. Photography can help document that presence. A camera becomes both witness and amplifier.

More is coming — each post a bit louder, bolder, and more full of sparkle. For now, I hope you enjoy this first look through my lens.

#rozemaandag #pridewalktilburg #tilburgsekermis #lhbtq #inclusiviteit #lgbtqia #prideevent #canon5dmarkiii #sigma100400 #dutchpride #pridecelebration #natuurfotograafindestad #urbanphotography #rozeoveral #loveislove #visibilitymatters #queerjoy #lgbtcommunity #pridecapture #inclusivesociety #celebratediversity #safespaceforall #pinkmonday #tilburglife #streetphotography #photodocumentary #respectforall #queerphotographer #thisispride #pixelfedpride

Geekoo May 17, 2025

Autistic people don’t struggle to communicate—they just communicate differently. New research busts myths and calls for real inclusion. #Neurodiversity #AutismAcceptance #InclusiveSociety

https://geekoo.news/autistic-communication-works-just-differently/

Autistic Communication Works—Just Differently | Geekoo

A landmark study finds autistic people communicate just as effectively as others—redefining autism from a social deficit to a difference in style.

Geekoo

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Kalvin Carefour Johnny Apr 14, 2025

@cendawanita I am not sure what the point of this post is, but I want to share my perspective. Please do not blame specific ethnic groups solely, but rather the politicians and political parties that use ethnicity as justification to gain votes at the cost of the well-being of other ethnicities. Malaysia is not a country at war, and if you are Malaysian, please remember the five national principles. Everybody deserves to be respected without discrimination or harm.

#NationalUnity #RespectForAll #Malaysia #FiveNationalPrinciples #BeyondEthnicity #PoliticalResponsibility #CommunityHarmony #InclusiveSociety #RespectAndDignity #EthicalPolitics #CivicResponsibility #Diversity #PeacefulCoexistence #NationalPride #SocialJustice #Equality #RespectWithoutDiscrimination #PoliticalAwareness #CommunitySupport #HumanRights