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States of independence
- Author:
- EATON Lynn
- Journal article citation:
- Search, 33, Spring 2000, pp.18-21.
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
Like many young people, young disabled people want to have more control over their daily lives as they get older. But this doesn't necessarily mean they want to set up home on their own. This article looks at two studies investigating young disabled people's experiences as they move into adulthood.
A voice in the chorus: perspectives of young men of color on their disabilities, identities, and peer-mentors
- Author:
- HERNANDEZ Brigida
- Journal article citation:
- Disability and Society, 20(2), March 2005, pp.117-133.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
With the rise of violence during the 1990s, the number of persons who acquired a spinal cord injury as a result of gunshot trauma increased dramatically in the United States. This qualitative study examined disability, race, and contribution of peer-mentors to the development of identity. Six men with a violence-related spinal cord injury participated in a focus group. They were injured for at least two years, making positive gains in their lives, and training to become peer-mentors at a rehabilitation hospital. In addition, 16 men with a newly-acquired spinal cord injury from gunshot trauma participated in an individual interview. These sixteen participants were all mentees (or recipients) of the peer-mentor program. Principles of grounded theory were used to code and analyze data. Data converged on three main themes: (1) disability viewed as a wake-up call or blessing, (2) disability viewed as a turning point, and (3) disability viewed as identity transforming.
The strengths and needs of black families in which young people have caring responsibilities
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
This study investigated the experiences and needs of black young people caring for disabled or ill family members and their access to services. A joint research team from Manchester Metropolitan University and the Bibini Centre for Young People interviewed young people and adults from 20 families and also sought the views of professionals from relevant social care agencies.
Meeting the social and emotional needs of young black disabled people: messages from research
- Author:
- BIGNALL Tracey
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Integrated Care, 11(4), August 2003, pp.38-42.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Draws on two research studies from the REU which examined the relationship of young disabled people with social care agencies. The first study interviewed 44 Asian, African Caribbean and African young disabled people about their lives, experiences and plans for the future. The second study used focus group sessions with five peer support groups to examine how young black disabled people met their needs through these groups. The results of the first study identified a need among the young people to meet with other young black disabled people, but lacked information about support groups and where they might find them. In the second study the researchers were able to examine how the support groups operated and the benefits they provided. Suggests ways in which local agencies might help young people meet their social and emotional needs. Highlights the benefits peer support groups.
Peer support groups and young black and minority ethnic disabled and deaf people
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
Peer support is important to all young people, but previous research has shown that young Asian, Caribbean and African disabled and Deaf people have limited knowledge of where to get this support. Yet some do go to local peer support groups to spend time with other young black and minority ethnic people who have similar experiences. Researchers from the REU spent time with young people in five peer support groups to learn more about their groups and what they valued from them.
The views of young black disabled people on independent living
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2000
- Pagination:
- 4pp.
- Place of publication:
- York
Independent is generally seen as a positive step for young people, leading to them becoming self-reliant and less dependent on others. Yet this may not be the same for young disabled people. This study is based on interviews with 44 young disabled people of Asian, African and Caribbean origin. It looks at their experience of independence and the influences on them leading active independent lives.
Involving volunteers from underrepresented groups: findings
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
Survey evidence suggests that young people, older people, unemployed people, disabled people and people from black and other minority ethnic communities are underrepresented as volunteers in mainstream organisations. Researched carried out by the National Centre for Volunteering found that some organisations have addressed the barriers that face potential volunteers from these groups and secured their involvement through the adoption of practical measures and a real commitment to equality of opportunity.
Child sexual abuse: towards a feminist professional practice; report of the conference held by the Child Abuse Studies Unit 6-8 April 1987 at the Polytechnic of North London
- Editors:
- MacLEOD Mary, SARAGA Esther
- Publisher:
- Polytechnic of North London. Child Abuse Studies Unit
- Publication year:
- 1988
- Pagination:
- 82p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Conference proceedings - feminist theory and practice in child sexual abuse; and reports on various special interest groups.
Something to do: the development of peer support groups for young black disabled people
- Authors:
- BIGNALL Tracey, PAGARANI Deepa, BUTT Jabeer
- Publisher:
- Policy Press
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 24p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Bristol
For young disabled people who are of Asian, Caribbean and African origin, peer support groups provide a forum for emotional and practical support, enabling them to discuss issues around race, ethnicity and religion and to share experiences with others from the same background. Using young people's own words this report explores the development of these informal support groups. Topics include: the purpose of peer support groups; how the groups have formed; what works within the groups and why; what affects the growth and maintenance of such groups; examples of processes such as decision making and planning.
Disability ethnicity and childhood: a critical review of research
- Authors:
- ALI Zoebia, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Disability and Society, 16(7), December 2001, pp.949-968.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
This literature review collates and analyses existing knowledge about the perceptions held by disabled and non-disabled children, and young people from black and Asian families concerning issues of disability and impairment. This review discusses the oppression faced by black and Asian disabled children, and concludes that their experience is unique and different from that of white disabled children. Accordingly, it emphasises the need for further research about the subjective experience of black and Asian disabled children in order to meet their particular needs.