woman in manual wheelchair facing right: dark skin tone
Unicode: 1F469 1F3FF 200D 1F9BD 200D 27A1 FE0F
Description
A woman with dark skin and a white cane walking towards the right. This emoji depicts a woman using a mobility aid, indicating blindness or visual impairment.
Group:
People & Body > person-activity
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically conveys a sense of independence, accessibility, and the importance of visual aids for people with disabilities. It can also signify determination and the ability to navigate challenges.
Backstory
This emoji is a combination of several Unicode characters: 'Woman' (1F469), 'Dark Skin Tone' (1F3FF), 'Zero Width Joiner' (200D), 'White Cane' (1F9BD), 'Zero Width Joiner' (200D), 'Right Arrow' (27A1), and 'Variation Selector-16' (FE0F). It was introduced to promote better representation of people with disabilities and to highlight the importance of accessibility.
Usage Examples
- Advocating for accessibility: 'Ensuring all public spaces are accessible for everyone 👩🏿🦯➡️'
- Raising awareness about visual impairment: 'Understanding the challenges faced by visually impaired individuals 👩🏿🦯➡️'
- Celebrating diversity: 'Proud to see diverse representation in all aspects of life 👩🏿🦯➡️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Emphasizes inclusivity and representation for people with visual impairments. Often used in contexts related to accessibility, disability rights, or general awareness.
Global usage:
Universally recognized as a symbol for visually impaired individuals, highlighting the diversity and inclusion of all people.