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  David Unaipon: The Resilient Mind and Cultural Legacy of an Australian Trailblazer Introduction: Australia boasts a rich tapestry of individuals who have left an indelible mark on the nation's history. Among these remarkable figures is David Unaipon, an Aboriginal Australian whose life journey was marked by not only creativity and resilience but also the unique challenge of navigating the world with a hearing impairment. Born on September 28, 1872, in the Point McLeay Mission on the banks of the lower Murray River, Unaipon faced this obstacle with unwavering determination, emerging as a trailblazer in various fields. Early Life and the Triumph Over Challenges: Unaipon's early years were shaped by the hurdles presented by his hearing impairment. In a world where communication often relies on spoken language, he demonstrated extraordinary resilience and a keen interest in overcoming barriers. Growing up on the mission, he absorbed the stories and traditions of his Ngarrindjeri

  Agness Baden Powell   Olive Baden Powell These two powerhouse ladies created Girl Guides and within that movement pushed for the inclusion of children with physical disabilities or who had been in hospitals long term particularly the great Ormond set hospital to have units in the hospital furthering their education and training in a way that wouldn’t have been possible, in any other way. This led to others creating hospital schools and remote schooling such as correspondence schooling, which has led to what we now know as the “ social” inclusion model of disability support and care.  Also, we need to acknowledge the support and guidance of the adult vollenters and leaders for women and girls in this worldwide organization that has led the way in inclusion for people with a disability through the model of "extension building"  Sister Kenney, who created a method of using hot towels and massaging the muscles as well as exercise for children who survived polio,   she