funksjonshemmande
Funksjonshemmede is a Norwegian term used to describe people who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments and who face barriers in society that limit participation in education, work, and public life. The perspective on disability has shifted toward a rights-based and social model, emphasizing that many barriers are created by environments, systems, and attitudes rather than by the impairment itself.
Terminology and language around this group vary. Some prefer person-first language, such as personer med funksjonsnedsettelse
Rights, law, and policy play a central role in shaping the situation of funksjonshemmede. Norway participates
Living conditions and inclusion vary, with progress in areas like accessible transportation, education, and workplace participation,
Related topics include disability rights, universal design, accessibility, and inclusive education.