A Capitalist Venture: The Barrier in Society Between the Disabled
By: Adelynn Saputra
Edited by: Yohana Stefani Mbangga
A capitalist venture, where people with disabilities are disadvantaged in terms of extra expenses and challenges they face in their daily lives, raises important ethical and social questions. A condition that impairs the ability for a person to do certain activities involving the body and mind is called a disability. It is integral to the human experience whether it is emotionally, physically and developmentally. People with disabilities have to pay more to go to the bathroom, and even then not all places cater to their needs. Exploiting people with disabilities for profit is not only unethical but also discriminatory. They perpetuate inequality and further marginalize an already vulnerable group in society. Including the disabled in the workforce and society lets them express their skills and not their impairment. This is important to remove the barrier, so we can thrive and represent the disabled community on how they’re seen and treated in society.
Fostering inclusivity in businesses and public spaces benefits everyone. Designing products and environments that are accessible to people with disabilities is not only a moral imperative but also a smart business decision. It opens up new markets and ensures that no one is left behind. The pay gap barrier leads to lower employment rates and income.
On the other hand, they have extra living costs such as insurance, special equipment and physical therapy. Debt is hard to avoid, on average 63% is the extra cost from a disability household. More electricity is used to charge the power equipment. Not only that they have twice the risk of facing health issues.
For one, depression. People with disabilities may face barriers to social participation, leading to feelings of isolation and loneliness. Many disabilities are associated with chronic pain and health issues. Coping with physical discomfort on a daily basis can lead to emotional distress and depression. Disabilities can limit independence and the ability to perform daily tasks. The loss of autonomy can lead to a sense of helplessness and sadness.
Social support is needed although government assistance programs can exacerbate financial struggles for people with disabilities, making it difficult for them to meet their financial obligations. Advocacy and awareness are key to challenging these issues. Organizations and individuals should work to eliminate the additional financial burdens and obstacles that people with disabilities may face.
It is crucial to address these issues through advocacy and awareness. Collaborative efforts between organizations and individuals are necessary to remove the extra financial burdens and obstacles that people with disabilities encounter. Social support is also essential, although government assistance programs can worsen financial difficulties for people with disabilities, making it challenging for them to meet their financial obligations.