DODOMA, Nov. 11 -- DODOMA residents have been urged to respect and value people with disabilities and to refrain from using derogatory language that causes psychological and emotional harm.

The call was made by an official from the Foundation for Disabilities Hope, an organisation advocating for the rights and welfare of people with disabilities, Mr Mwamrisho Kasule, who expressed concern over the negative attitudes that persist within society.

He said the use of derogatory names and stigmatising language contributes to discrimination and reinforces harmful stereotypes against people with disabilities.

“The use of inappropriate language and names can deeply affect how we treat others, especially those living with disabilities,...