Women with disabilities have been denied the opportunity to participate on an equal basis as others.

The challenges associated with access and acceptance are more common for women than men.

According to the World Report on Vision (2019), globally 116 million adults are affected with diabetic retinopathy.

60% of people with disabilities are of working age and yet they experience an unemployment rate of 80-100% higher than non-disabled workers. 

The majority of people with disabilities cannot afford assistive technology and are not benefiting.

Disability is a diverse group and the different impairments including barriers affecting access to services need to be considered.

 Ultimately, recreational facilities should create an environment that values diversity and actively seeks to include everyone.

Disability and poverty are closely linked and have a huge impact on the level of inclusion in society and the achievement of the sustainable development goals.