Permanent 591 Exhibition: Special Needs by Wallace Rollins
In 1949 the city of Baltimore formed an association that provided services for children with intellectual disabilities and their parents (http://www.baltimorearc.org/). The association offered a variety of services including dispersing public information, parent counseling and discussions, training and activity centers as well as residential facilities for semi-independent disabled citizens. In the 70’s Wallace Rollins was asked to take photographs of the students involved in various activities for a brochure about the history and mission of the association.
I first saw some of the pictures presented today over five years ago. Since I teach students with disabilities this series of pictures has always touched me deeply. I am pleased to present these photographs by Wallace Rollins on 591 and also thrilled that it will become a permanent exhibition. -R
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Respect for inherent dignity, individual autonomy including the freedom to make one's own choices, and independence of persons;
Non-discrimination;
Full and effective participation and inclusion in society;
Respect for difference and acceptance of persons with disabilities as part of human diversity and humanity;
Equality of opportunity;
Accessibility;
Equality between men and women;
Respect for the evolving capacities of children with disabilities and respect for the right of children with disabilities to preserve their identities.