On the occasion of the 2024 Paralympic Games, Version Femina wanted to highlight the importance of mutual aid and social interactions for people with disabilities. Manon, a 29-year-old woman, explains how a romantic encounter changed her life.
The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will take place from August 28 to September 8. This competition highlights athletes with disabilities, celebrating their talent, determination and competitive spirit. The 2024 Paralympics is a range of sports disciplines, from team sports to individual events. Athletes compete in sports such as athletics, swimming, wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, table tennis, and many others. Each sport is adapted to meet the needs of the athletes, ensuring fair and exciting competitions.
12 million people affected by disability in France
One of the main goals of the Olympics is to promote inclusion and awareness around disability. The organizers work closely with associations and disability rights groups to ensure that the event is accessible to all.
As a reminder, in France, disability affects 12 million people, or 18% of the French population. More than 7 million people with disabilities are over 15 years old, and nearly 5 million say they are severely restricted in their usual activities due to a health problem, highlights a report from the Directorate of Research, Studies, Evaluation and…
- Femina.fr
