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Retraining at a paraplegic centre in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, 1960
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Retraining at a paraplegic centre in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, 1960
Retraining at the CISWO paraplegic centre in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, 1960. CISWO is the Coal Industry Social Welfare Organisation. Some of the residents of the centre were miners who had met with an accident at work. Some of the residents and visitors are being instructed in the art of basket weaving. The retraining would give them new skills to enable then to return to work
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Basket Basket Weaving Charity Ciswo Disabilities Disability Disabled Healthcare Instruction Learning Michael Michael Walters Paraplegic Centre Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Pontefract Training Walters West Yorkshire Wheelchair Wicker Wickerwork
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This print captures a moment of retraining at the CISWO paraplegic centre in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, in 1960. The Coal Industry Social Welfare Organisation (CISWO) provided support to miners who had suffered accidents while working in the coal industry. Some of the residents and visitors seen here were learning the art of basket weaving as part of their retraining program. In this image, men and women can be seen gathered around a table, engrossed in their instruction. The room is filled with an atmosphere of determination and resilience as these individuals strive to acquire new skills that will enable them to return to work despite their disabilities. The monochrome composition adds a sense of timelessness to this snapshot from mid-20th century Britain. It serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by those injured on the job during that era, but also highlights the compassion and dedication shown by organizations like CISWO towards supporting these individuals. Through this photograph, we catch a glimpse into both physical rehabilitation and emotional empowerment taking place within these walls. As each person weaves intricate patterns with wicker materials, they are not only acquiring practical skills but also rebuilding confidence and finding purpose amidst adversity. This image stands as a testament to human resilience and reminds us that even when life takes unexpected turns, there is always hope for new beginnings through education and support systems such as those offered by CISWO.
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