Jessica Mannion

Project Title: Silent voices – The recreational needs of young people with disabilities – A participatory approach.

Name: Jessica Mannion

Supervisor: Dr. Margaret Gilmore

Abstract:

Aims and objectives of the proposed programme of research

Aims:

• To explore the recreational needs of young people with disabilities.
• To provide an opportunity for the young people with disabilities who participate in the research to have a say in the parameters of the study, in an advisory relationship with the researcher
• To consult with the above group on a regular basis as the study progresses, and particularly before final submission to ensure that their views are heard
• To gain an insight into the attitudes of young people without disabilities towards their peers with disabilities.
• To gain an understanding on the views of professionals in the youth sector and parents of young people with disabilities on the recreational needs of young people with disabilities.

Objectives:

• To include young people with disabilities in the research process and informing the participants of the outcomes of the research.
• To research the attitudes and views of young people with and without disabilities, professionals and parents.
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