In the harmonious symphony of village ecological development, special groups are like forgotten notes in a corner, yet they too possess the desire and potential to make their mark. Lin Yue firmly believes that every villager is an indispensable force in village ecological construction, and special groups should not be excluded but rather given special care and opportunities, allowing them to find their own ecological stage on this land and shine with unique brilliance.
Sunlight filtered through dappled leaves, casting shadows on the village paths, but Lin Yue's heart was heavy. She had just visited several special families in the village, and seeing the expectation in the eyes of the disabled villagers for participating in village affairs, as well as the helplessness they felt due to their physical limitations, she secretly resolved to create opportunities for them. Back in the village committee office, Lin Yue convened village officials and some enthusiastic villagers to discuss a plan for special groups to participate in ecological development.
In the village lived a disabled young man named A-Qiang, who was paralyzed in both legs due to polio and could only move around in a wheelchair. However, he possessed a keen eye for the village's ecological environment and unique insights. Lin Yue immediately thought of him and personally visited A-Qiang's home. A-Qiang was sitting in the yard, reading a book about plants. Lin Yue smiled and walked over, saying, "A-Qiang, I know you've always cared about our village's ecology. The village has a plan and wants you to participate. Do you have any ideas?" A hint of surprise flashed in A-Qiang's eyes, followed by some hesitation, "I really want to help, but my legs..." Lin Yue quickly interrupted him, "Your legs may be inconvenient, but your mind is sharp! We plan to establish an ecological observation group. You can be responsible for recording changes in the village's flora and fauna, providing us with data and suggestions." A-Qiang nodded excitedly, "Great! I'm sure I can do it!"
Thus, A-Qiang became a core member of the ecological observation team. Every day, he would travel through every corner of the village in his wheelchair, carefully observing the growth of flowers, trees, and the activities of birds and insects. He meticulously recorded every detail in a homemade notebook, such as which grove of trees had new bird nests or which fields had suffered from pest infestations. Once, he noticed that some aquatic plants along the village riverbank were abnormally withered. After several days of continuous observation and research, he deduced that sewage discharge upstream might be causing the water quality change. He immediately reported this to Lin Yue. Lin Yue organized a team to investigate upstream along the river and indeed found a small workshop illegally discharging sewage. After timely intervention, the river's ecology gradually recovered. Statistics show that during the six months A-Qiang participated in the ecological observation, he provided nearly twenty pieces of valuable ecological information, effectively preventing several incidents that could have caused serious damage to the ecological environment.
Besides A-Qiang, there are several other visually impaired villagers in the village. Lin Yue considered that although their eyesight was poor, their hearing and sense of touch were exceptionally sharp. She organized an eco-friendly handicraft group and invited these visually impaired villagers to participate. The group's task was to use natural materials found in the village, such as bamboo and rattan, to make eco-friendly household items, such as bamboo baskets and rattan cushions. During the production process, the visually impaired villagers, relying on their touch and keen senses, wove bamboo and rattan into exquisite handicrafts. One aunt named A-Hua, although blind, had very dexterous hands. She skillfully wove the rattan, murmuring, "These rattans seem to have a life of their own, slowly transforming into something useful in my hands." These handicrafts are not only sold in the village but are also popular with tourists, adding to the village's ecological economy. According to incomplete statistics, the eco-friendly handicraft group's monthly sales of handicrafts reach several thousand yuan.
To better enable people with disabilities to participate in ecological agriculture, Lin Yue specially designated an accessible demonstration farmland. The farmland's design fully considers the mobility limitations of disabled villagers, with wider spacing between ridges to facilitate wheelchair access, and automated irrigation equipment that can be operated remotely. Disabled villagers cultivate vegetables, fruits, and other crops in this farmland. Under the guidance of agricultural technicians, they learn to use special agricultural tools, such as small seeders and harvesters that can be operated while seated. One man with an arm disability, through practice, learned to operate the tools using his mouth and shoulder, growing tender vegetables in this field. He proudly said, "Although I have a disability, I can still contribute to the village's ecological agriculture."
In the village's ecotourism projects, special groups also play a unique role. Lin Yue arranged for some disabled villagers to serve as ecotourists at the visitor center. By sharing their feelings and understanding of the village's ecology, as well as ancient ecological legends and stories, they help tourists gain a deeper understanding of the village's ecological and cultural significance. One young man, who lost both legs in a car accident, sat in a wheelchair and vividly described the village's historical changes and ecological protection achievements to tourists. His explanations were full of emotion, and many tourists were moved by his stories. One tourist remarked, "From his narration, I felt the soul of this village. The ecology here is not just about mountains, rivers, flowers, and plants, but also about the villagers' love for life and their protection of their home."
However, the participation of special groups in ecological development has also encountered many difficulties. First, there's the issue of villagers' perceptions. Some villagers believe that special groups need care and shouldn't participate in actual ecological construction work, worrying that they might cause accidents or affect work efficiency. To change this perception, Lin Yue organized several promotional activities, introducing the achievements of special groups in ecological observation, handicrafts, and other areas, allowing villagers to see their abilities and value. At a village meeting, she said, "Special groups are just like us; they are part of the village. They have unique advantages and potential, and we should give them opportunities to create a better home together with us."
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