A importância do reconhecimento da fissura labiopalatina como deficiência: desafios educacionais e sociais

Abstract

Cleft lip and palate are the most common congenital anatomical-morphological changes in the human population. One of the great challenges is the acceptance by the family and society, as well as the recognition of social rights and the need for full inclusion. This article aims to discuss the importance of recognizing cleft lip and palate as a disability and its consequences in education and society, as well as reflecting on the challenges encountered in the visibility of cleft lip and palate as a disability. It is an experience report, with a qualitative approach, since part of the personal, educational and professional experiences of the main author and subject of the research, making use of the technical procedures of action research and bibliographic research. It´s hoped that with this work we will be able to contribute to a greater visibility to the fight for social and educational rights of fissured people, recognition of the challenges and awareness of educators and society in the search for the integral and true inclusion to society and to the world of work.