19/10/2025
October 19th - 25th 2025 is
Invisible Disabilities Week
๐ Listen ๐ Believe ๐ Support
Purpose: To bring awareness, education, and support to people with non-visible disabilities.
Date: It is celebrated annually in October for a week.
Origin: Founded by the Invisible Disabilities Association (IDA) in 2014.
Examples of Invisible Disabilities
Chronic pain, Fatigue, Dizziness, Cognitive dysfunctions, Brain injuries, Learning differences, Mental health disorders, Hearing and vision impairments, Sensory processing difficulties, Respiratory conditions
Why It Matters..
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Challenge Misperceptions: It combats the common misconception that a disability is only visible.
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Promote Inclusivity: Encourages society to be more understanding and supportive of people with non-visible disabilities.
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Support Those in Need: Provides a platform for people with invisible disabilities to share their experiences and seek the help they need.
A thoughtโฆ ๐ญ
โI have Chronโs Disease but it doesnโt have me.โ We are not defined by what diagnosis we have but by who we are as a person!!