Freedom of movement is a fundamental human right
In short: Jane Velkovski shares his personal journey with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) to illustrate how assistive technology serves as more than just a tool. It is a gateway to independence and a basic human right.
After being diagnosed with SMA, Jane Velkovski describes his motorized wheelchair not merely as equipment, but as his legs and his life. His experience highlights the profound shift from limitation to autonomy that occurs when technology bridges the gap between physical ability and personal freedom.
Velkovski advocates for universal access to assistive technologies, arguing that the ability to move freely—whether on feet or wheels—should be guaranteed to everyone who needs it.
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- Source: TED — Jane Velkovski: The life-changing power of assistive technologies | TED · YouTube (embedded player only)
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