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The Meaning Behind the

Seal of Inclusion

This Seal of Inclusion represents the differing abilities one may have. Each aspect has been thoughtfully crafted to symbolize as vast of an array as possible. If you do not see something represented that should be, please do not hesitate to give us feedback. We look forward to evolving this seal to best represent the population with a disability.

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Sunflower Shape

The sunflower symbolizes "hidden" disabilities which may not be immediately visible, but may require additional support.

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Limb Difference

This symbol represents individuals who have lost a limb or have physical differences impacting mobility.

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Inclusivity and Diversity

This group of individuals represents inclusivity and diversity within a community. Each individual has a symbolic difference, left to right:
● An augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
● Three stacked arrows, represent the 3 sets of chromosomes in individuals with Down Syndrome
● The infinity symbol representing individuals with neurodiversity
● Glasses representing individuals with visual impairments

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Communication Differences

This symbol features two speech bubbles, one displaying Braille saying "hi" and the other depicting sign language, representing different ways of communicating. This symbol visually represents inclusivity and diversity in communication methods, acknowledging the varied needs and preferences of individuals who use alternative forms of communication beyond spoken language. It promotes awareness and respect for the richness of communication styles and facilitates understanding and accessibility in interactions.

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Sensory Overload

"Sensory overload" is often represented by symbols like chaotic patterns, or crowded visual elements, illustrating the overwhelming and over stimulating experience of excessive sensory input for neurodivergent individuals or those with sensory processing differences.

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Differing mobilities

The wheelchair symbol represents different mobilities, signifying accessibility and inclusivity. This symbol serves as a reminder of the diverse ways people navigate physical challenges.

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Neurological Diversity

This symbol aims to visually convey neurological diversity, emphasizing unique perspectives and strengths in how individuals perceive and interact with the world.

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Brackets

Brackets are a mathematical symbol of inclusion, used to group and clarify the order of operations in equations. We chose to include it in the seal to highlight the importance of accessibility and inclusion in building a community.

Colors

Colors represent different disabilities:
1. Green symbolizes sensory disabilities, reflecting challenges related to sensory processing
2. Blue represents emotional and psychiatric disabilities, highlighting conditions affecting mental health
3. White signifies non-visible and undiagnosed disabilities, emphasizing conditions not immediately apparent
4. Gold symbolizes neurodiversity, celebrating the diversity of neurological functioning
5. Red represents physical disabilities, symbolizing challenges related to mobility or physical impairments

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This symbol reminds us to foster understanding, reduce stigma, and advocate for accessible environments that accommodate diverse abilities.

Museum and Community of Leo's Art is a non-profit organization.
EIN# is 92-3949497

Our Studio Space

Mother Brook Arts and Community Center

123 High Street

Dedham, MA 02026

©2024 Museum and Community of Leo's Art

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