People with disabilities face many obstacles in their daily personal and professional life. These obstacles and constraints are largely fuelled by a general lack of knowledge about disabilities and the benefits offered by an inclusive society.
28-year-old Massoud has been unable to walk since she was five. Determined not to be held back by negative stereotypes and prejudice, she graduated from university and with Plan International’s support, has gone on to set up her own NGO to fight for the rights of people with disabilities.
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