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Siblings & Families Who are we?
THE SIBLINGS MANIFESTO By virtue of the fact that I have a handicapped sibling, I am different. In a world that cares little for the fate of the handicapped, I care. In an era when most refuse to look, I see you. At a time when many refuse to listen, I hear you. I hereby make a decision to improve the “quality of life” for my own sibling and the many disabled brothers and sisters of other people. I will be an advocate on behalf of handicapped individuals. I will work on projects designed to improve their lifestyles and the lifestyles of their families. I will not do it just for my brother or sister, I will do this in the interest of other human beings. I will familiarize myself with different disabilities, problems and concerns, and will work with siblings like myself toward achieving mutual goals. I also have an obligation to myself, to live a life independent from my handicapped sibling. I deserve every chance for as full a future as can be availed and my sibling is entitled to the same opportunity. I have an interest in siblings who are in circumstances similar to mine; therefore, I will reach out to them in times of need or merely for friendship, and I will expect other brothers and sisters of the disabled to do the same for me. SOCIETY CAN IGNORE US ONLY IF WE LET THEM – THE BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF AMERICA’S DISABLED CITIZENS WON’T LET THAT HAPPEN! Gerri Zatlow Special Citizens Futures Unlimited, Inc. |
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