18-03-2014, 07:11 PM
Oh dear, Steve your post starts off very well
but then in the very next paragraph you then start putting restrictions in
Surely the visually impaired are only a section of the disabled and in many cases braille sets would be of no benefit whatsoever.
There may well be an argument for the association to consider an appeal for disability assistance, but each case in it's own merits. I don't think I could personally support such a specialized provision as braille sets only.
All disabilities should be considered and treated equally.
Perhaps there is a case for Chess Scotland to hold, disability friendly, chess sets that could be used at congresses - on an "as required" basis. That would however have to go to council or AGM for discussion.
Quote:Disabled kids want to be part of society Andrew as much as anyone else. Chess offers them a real opportunity to compete on a level basis as their able bodied brothers and sisters. This is something that is not available to field sports.
but then in the very next paragraph you then start putting restrictions in
Quote:The association could help by providing appropriate equipment for braille players to use
Surely the visually impaired are only a section of the disabled and in many cases braille sets would be of no benefit whatsoever.
There may well be an argument for the association to consider an appeal for disability assistance, but each case in it's own merits. I don't think I could personally support such a specialized provision as braille sets only.
All disabilities should be considered and treated equally.
Perhaps there is a case for Chess Scotland to hold, disability friendly, chess sets that could be used at congresses - on an "as required" basis. That would however have to go to council or AGM for discussion.