Disability in Seoul. Government Aid and Social Aspects

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
• Governmental aid for disabled people in general
• Facilities for blind and visually impaired people and their struggles
• Facilities for wheelchair-users and their struggles
• Protests for wheelchair-accessible public transport
• Korean societal view on disability
  • Religious aspects
  • The need to cure disability
  • Collectivism and Individualism
  • Other social aspects and disadvantages
• Conclusion

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This paper aims to investigate the level of disability-friendliness in Seoul, examining both government aid and societal attitudes towards disability. The paper focuses on the experiences of wheelchair users and blind people, highlighting the challenges they face in navigating a city that is often perceived as inaccessible.

• Governmental aid and support for disabled people
• Accessibility of public spaces and transportation for people with disabilities
• Societal perceptions and attitudes towards disability in South Korea
• The impact of cultural factors on the inclusion of disabled people
• The need for further improvement in government support and social inclusion for disabled people

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Introduction: This chapter provides an overview of the growing number of people with disabilities in South Korea, emphasizing the need for analysis of the challenges they face and the support provided. It also introduces the concept of disability-friendliness, highlighting the importance of considering both government initiatives and societal attitudes.
• Governmental aid for disabled people in general: This chapter explores the government's efforts to address the financial and social inequalities faced by disabled people in South Korea. It focuses on the Employment Promotion Law for Persons with Disabilities and the legal process of registering a disability.
• Facilities for blind and visually impaired people and their struggles: This chapter examines the accessibility of Seoul for blind and visually impaired people, focusing on the effectiveness of existing facilities like crosswalks, guide stripes, and elevators. It also explores potential limitations and challenges experienced by this group.
• Facilities for wheelchair-users and their struggles: This chapter analyzes the accessibility of public transportation and other public spaces in Seoul for wheelchair users. It delves into the effectiveness of existing facilities and identifies potential areas for improvement.
• Protests for wheelchair-accessible public transport: This chapter investigates recent protests demanding better access to public transportation for wheelchair users. It explores the specific grievances of the protesters and their demands for improved infrastructure and policy changes.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This paper explores the key concepts of disability, accessibility, government aid, societal inclusion, and cultural perceptions, focusing on the experiences of blind people and wheelchair users in Seoul. It examines the impact of government initiatives and social attitudes on the lives of people with disabilities in South Korea.