What if we could shift the narrative around childhood disabilities to focus on strengths and possibilities? Join us as we explore this transformative idea with Dr. Peter Rosenbaum, co-founder of the CanChild Centre for Childhood-Onset Disability Research. Peter takes us on his inspiring journey from the early days of developmental pediatrics to a revolutionary approach that celebrates the unique abilities of every child. Discover how digital storytelling is changing the way we communicate complex ideas, using metaphors and creative expressions to foster a more inclusive and empowering perspective for society and medical practice.

Through his digital story and this conversation, we traced the rich history and innovative partnerships that define CanChild's groundbreaking work, initiated back in 1988. Learn how the collaboration between researchers and community-based programs has thrived over 35 years, meeting real-world needs with impactful research and creative digital storytelling. Through this collaboration, we explore the "F words of Childhood Disability," a pioneering framework that has influenced similar initiatives on a global scale. Peter shares insights into the cultural adaptations and family empowerment that are reshaping how we understand childhood disability, emphasizing the importance of tailoring these ideas to fit different cultural contexts.

Top 5 Key Messages

1. The Shift in Thinking about Disabilities 3:52
2. The Collaborative Creation of CanChild 6:49
3. Family-Centred Care and the Importance of Parenting 16:38
4. Digital Storytelling and Audience Engagement 24:29
5. Empowering Families and Redefining Success 27:39

Other Links Mentioned

• Watch CanChild: 35 Years of Making a Difference
• Read a recent article, Perspectives in childhood-onset disabilities: integrating 21st-Century concepts to expand our horizons
• Read this episode's blog post
• Listen to a related Co-Created episode with Peter's colleague, Sara Pot
• Watch the Kickstarter Conversation with Mike Lang & Kristy Wolfe
• Back the Common Language Story Slam Kickstarter

Connect with Dr. Peter Rosenbaum and read his full bio here.

If this particular conversation resonated with you, tell a friend or a colleague about Co-Created or share one of the digital stories we were talking about. You can find the stories here.

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