Kibicowanie bez barier – od społecznej aktywności do aktywizacji zawodowej osób z niepełnosprawnościami
Supporting without barriers – from social activity to professional activation of people with disabilities

Author(s): Magdalena Parus-Jankowska
Subject(s): Sociology
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego
Keywords: fans with disabilities, professional activation; social bonds; social competences
Summary/Abstract: People with disabilities still belong to the group of people at risk of exclusion due to difficult accessto employment. Any form of support and activation of people with disabilities is desirable, especiallywhen it can help them find their way in the labor market. In recent years, many initiativeshave been created, such as disabled fans’ clubs and similar organizations bringing together peoplewith disabilities interested in sports, whose goals go far beyond pure sports entertainment. Theyhave become a place enabling social integration and the development of social competences andgiving people with disabilities the opportunity to acquire various skills useful for becoming independentand taking full advantage of social life, as well as increasing their chances on the labormarket. Finding oneself in a community of fans can build a sense of belonging and strengthenthe support network, which contributes to an increase in the number of social contacts and theformation of weak ties, which may contribute to increasing the chances of taking up professionalactivity among people with disabilities.

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