Charles Xavier founded Xavier Institute for mutants in 1963. He was paralyzed from waist down and used wheelchair. Initially portrayed as benevolent father figure. Later expanded to include complex character with multiple relationships
Born in Jackson, Mississippi in 1992 with permanent brain damage. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at age three. Moved to Los Angeles in 2006 after sister's film offer. Became financially responsible for family at age 13
ISO 3166 is the international standard for country codes. Currently 249 countries have official ISO 3166-1 codes. Country codes are used for data processing and communications
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Ableism is discrimination against people with disabilities. Term coined in 1980s by US feminists, first used in 1986. Middle Ages saw disabled people considered possessed by devil. Eugenics movement in 1800s influenced modern ableism
IATA launched Mobility Aids Action Group in 2021 to improve air travel accessibility. Guidance aims to reduce damage and improve handling of mobility aids. MAAG brings together stakeholders including airlines, airports, manufacturers and accessibility organizations