Engagement Archives - Aphasie International https://www.aphasia-international.com/category/engagement/ AIA is a non profit international organization for persons with aphasia and their families and caregivers. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:59:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://www.aphasia-international.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/cropped-logo-32x32.png Engagement Archives - Aphasie International https://www.aphasia-international.com/category/engagement/ 32 32 AIA Talks – Implications of Aphasia in Daily Life by Javier Gil https://www.aphasia-international.com/2026/06/05/aia-talks-implications-of-aphasia-in-daily-life-by-javier-gil/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:03:23 +0000 https://www.aphasia-international.com/?p=2297 New video on AIA’s Youtube Channel. Javier Gil, A.C.S.W, L.C.S.W Psychotherapist, Stroke Survivor and Aphasia Advocate shares personal and professional insights on how aphasie can change everyday life. Follow us for more aphasia related personal and international projects.

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]]> New video on AIA’s Youtube Channel. Javier Gil, A.C.S.W, L.C.S.W Psychotherapist, Stroke Survivor and Aphasia Advocate shares personal and professional insights on how aphasie can change everyday life.

Follow us for more aphasia related personal and international projects.

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]]> Aphasia Activities in Vorarlberg https://www.aphasia-international.com/2026/06/03/aphasia-activities-in-vorarlberg/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:53:22 +0000 https://www.aphasia-international.com/?p=2301 In Vorarlberg, Austria, a lecture was given on stroke and aphasia by Dr. Philipp Werner from the Feldkirch/Rankweil Hospital. More than 560 person attended the presentation. The lecture was organized by the Österreichische Schlaganfall & Aphasie Bewältigung. Please have a look at our gallery of the event: Video on aphasia related activities and aphasia choir […]

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]]> In Vorarlberg, Austria, a lecture was given on stroke and aphasia by Dr. Philipp Werner from the Feldkirch/Rankweil Hospital. More than 560 person attended the presentation. The lecture was organized by the Österreichische Schlaganfall & Aphasie Bewältigung.

Please have a look at our gallery of the event:

Video on aphasia related activities and aphasia choir in Vorarlberg: https://www.voesab.at/ueber-uns#Video

More info on their website: https://www.voesab.at/

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]]> EDF – European Disability Forum General Assembly in Cyprus 2026 https://www.aphasia-international.com/2026/06/01/edf-european-disability-forum-general-assembly-in-cyprus/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:39:20 +0000 https://www.aphasia-international.com/?p=2285 Our AIA President, Alexia Kountouri, and Hanka Mayhew attended the event in Limassol, Cyprus and joined disability organisations and advocates from across Europe in important discussions about the future of disability rights and inclusion. Focus on Disability Rights and Equality The event focused on key issues affecting people with disabilities, including: During the Assembly, members […]

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]]> Our AIA President, Alexia Kountouri, and Hanka Mayhew attended the event in Limassol, Cyprus and joined disability organisations and advocates from across Europe in important discussions about the future of disability rights and inclusion.

Focus on Disability Rights and Equality

The event focused on key issues affecting people with disabilities, including:

  • Disability rights
  • Inclusion and equality
  • Future cooperation between organisations

During the Assembly, members elected new EDF leadership and discussed future policies aimed at strengthening accessibility, equal opportunities, and participation for people with disabilities across Europe.

A Powerful Story About Discrimination

One of the most important moments of the event was the story of Eleni Louca, the first university graduate in Cyprus with Down Syndrome. Despite her achievement, she still cannot find work because of discrimination.

Her story was a powerful reminder that many people with disabilities continue to face barriers in employment and everyday life, despite progress in education and social inclusion.

“The Journey Towards Equality and Inclusion Continues”

EDF President Ioannis Vardakastanis reminded everyone that:

“The journey towards equality and inclusion continues.”

His message highlighted the ongoing need for action, cooperation, and advocacy to ensure that people with disabilities have equal opportunities and full participation in society.

New EDF Leadership

During the event, EDF announced Gunta Anča as its new President and the first woman to lead the organisation. Her appointment marks an important moment for the European disability movement and the continued promotion of inclusive leadership.

Continuing the Fight for Equal Rights

The Assembly highlighted the importance of continuing to fight for:

  • Equal opportunities
  • Inclusion
  • Rights for people with disabilities across Europe

AIA remains committed to supporting inclusion, accessibility, and the rights of people with aphasia and all people with disabilities at both national and European level.

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