Communication

Communication is a basic human right.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights addresses communication from 4 different perspectives: (1) communication rights of all people; (2) communication rights of people with communication disabilities; (3) communication rights of children and (4) communication rights relating to language. Read more: Full article: Communication rights: Fundamental human rights for all (tandfonline.com)

Communication is pivotal in expressing emotions, needs and wants. When communicating becomes difficult, it can have significant impacts on a person’s independence, relationships and identity.

Speech Pathologists work with people to optimise communication using numerous tools, strategies and programs that target clients’ goals, function, participation, environment and personal factors (based on the International Classification of Functioning - read more: What is ICF? (icfeducation.org)