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'We need to stop using the word disabled!'

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'We need to stop using the word disabled!'

'Do Not Call Me Disabled'

This was the headline of a dramatic speech given by Gerima Harvey-Fletcher at a celebration for the International Day of Persons with Disablilities held at the Kitchener Public Library.

The celebration was full of song, speeches and much joy and laughter. Kitchener's Mayor Carl Zehr also attended to show his support of the IDOPWD, as well as CKCO news who highlighted WALES participants on the evening news.

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