All Against Intimidation
Intimidation affects each of us, and anyone can witness or suffer from it at some point. Intimidation can manifest in various ways and in different places, such as at school, in a community or sports center, or any other environment. In every situation, intimidation has serious consequences for those affected. It involves an action, intervention, or remark that threatens, harms, humiliates, or strips someone of their dignity. In cases of intimidation, the targeted individual is under the control of another person or group and finds it difficult to defend themselves. Intimidation is generally characterized by actions, words, or gestures that are:
➤ intentional or unintentional;
➤ repeated;
➤ expressed directly or indirectly;
➤ done with the intent to harm;
➤ carried out in the context of unequal power dynamics.
General Objectives
The project aims to offer an educational space and/or conducive conditions for developing skills with a focus on supporting, preventing, and protecting individuals with disabilities from immigrant backgrounds. The prejudices surrounding these individuals, combined with discrimination related to immigration, make them extremely vulnerable to intimidation and violence. The project also seeks to raise awareness among our members about the intimidation they face and to educate others about the impact of intimidation on people with disabilities.
Key Activities
Workshop on All Against Intimidation
Description: Workshops to raise awareness among members on the theme of Intimidation and collect members’ testimonies.
Results:The participants were made aware of the action plan to prevent and counter intimidation and cyber-intimidation; they became aware of the issues and were able to share their experiences with intimidation.
Dialogue on All Against Intimidation
Description: Discussion groups: focusing on accessibility, discrimination, and safety regarding transportation for immigrant women with disabilities, whether using Adapted Transport or regular transport.
Results:The participants were able to express the prejudices they experienced in both adapted and regular transportation and became aware of cases of intimidation. Their testimonies were heard.
Rights and Obligations of the TA User
Description: Presentation of the rights and obligations of drivers and TA users, and the complaint process, including Intimidation.
Results:The participants were well informed of their rights and obligations, as well as the means and procedures for reporting intimidation.
Discussion on All Against Intimidation
Description: Discussion groups on the intimidation of people with disabilities within and outside their family.
Results:Participants were able to share their experiences, became aware of the importance of saying no to the intimidator, and were able to recognize and identify the environments in which they experience intimidation.
Theater Forum (TF)
Description: Theater-Forum (TF):
1) In the family
2) In paratransit services
3) In the healthcare system
4) At school
5) In sports and leisure centers
6) In shopping centers
Results:Based on the testimonies collected, scenarios of intimidation were created and staged by the participants themselves. The discussions following the 6 focus groups led to potential solutions.The Theater Forum (TF) events have also been opportunities for members to break isolation, share their experiences, and discover talents to be valued.
Comic Strip Design
Description: Comic Strip Design (script, drawing, promotion)
Results:The scenarios and drawings for two comic strips on intimidation within the family and intimidation at work have been designed. These comics served to illustrate two situations for collective awareness.
Comments
The members were enthusiastic about participating in the workshops and forum theater and came in large numbers. They expressed their satisfaction, as they were made aware and equipped. They were able to express themselves and socialize more.
The project deserves to be continued to further raise awareness and equip vulnerable individuals.
