| ID | 190463 |
| Title Proper | Deaf Youth in Contemporary Russia |
| Other Title Information | Barriers to Inclusion in Education and the Labour Market |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Bolshakov, Nikita ; Walker, Charlie |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This essay explores the changing shape of transitions from education to employment amongst deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHOH) youth in Russia. It draws on survey and interview data to show that, despite the formal institution of inclusive policies and legal frameworks at the state level, the choices open to DHOH youth remain heavily limited, and become narrower at each stage of their transitions to adulthood. This narrowing of horizons and attendant marginalisation stems from the ongoing salience of disabling, medical approaches to deafness; a lack of enabling practices or resources to support DHOH youth in the education system; and widespread discrimination from employers. |
| `In' analytical Note | Europe-Asia Studies Vol. 75, No.2; Mar 2023: p.186-207 |
| Journal Source | Europe-Asia Studies Vol: 75 No 2 |
| Key Words | Contemporary Russia ; Deaf Youth ; Education and the Labour Market |