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Record 1 2005-05-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology of persons with a disability
OBS

In 1973, the Government of Saskatchewan sponsored "A voice of Our Own" conference in Moose Jaw. 120 people with disabilities from across the province attended. This was the first-cross-disability conference where persons with disabilities expressed their concerns and needs. The Saskatchewan Voice of the Handicapped was formed in 1973. In 1995, the name of the organization was changed to Saskatchewan Voice of People with Disabilities. The organization is commonly referred to as the "Voice".

OBS

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Key term(s)
  • Voice of the Handicapped

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Sociologie des personnes handicapées
OBS

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Spanish

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