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A donation of 10 wheelchairs to the Antigua and Barbuda Association of Persons with Disabilities has been hailed as a powerful step towards greater independence and participation for recipients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Senator Michael Freeland, Chair of the National Social Protection Board, praised Affordable Tyres D&Y Sparkling for the contribution, describing it as an example of \u201creal community support.\u201d<\/p>

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Quoting association president Bernard Warner, Senator Freeland noted the impact of the gift: \u201cTen lives being changed. Ten people going to the supermarket, 10 people going to carnival next year, or even church.\u201d<\/p>

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\u201cThese aren\u2019t just wheelchairs\u2014they\u2019re gateways to independence, dignity, and full participation in our society,\u201d he said, adding that effective social protection relies on collaboration between government, businesses, and citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Senator Freeland said the gesture underscored Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s commitment to ensuring that no one is left behind, and thanked all who continue to support initiatives that help people live with dignity and opportunity.<\/p>

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