Disability, Marginalization, Empowerment, and GIS
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This paper concerns the potential of GIS in the field of disability policy. It suggests there are two distinct domains where GIS may empower disability groups. First, GIS is a method that may be used by policy analysts and researchers, to map whether public resources are accessible and appropriate given the size of catchment areas for populations and given the policy and program environment. Second, GIS is a method by which information may be consolidated and used by members of disability organizations and people with disabilities for their advocacy thus empowering people with disability. Furthermore, one should design GIS methodology so that it is usable by people with physical or intellectual disabilities, and has the potential for employment opportunities.
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