Person in manual wheelchair facing right emoji meaning

The "Person in Manual Wheelchair Facing Right" emoji shows a person sitting in a wheelchair that they move manually with their arms. The wheelchair has large back wheels and smaller front wheels, designed for self-propelling. The person is seated comfortably, facing to the right, and their posture suggests mobility and independence. This emoji was created to represent individuals who use wheelchairs and to promote inclusivity and diversity. It can be used to talk about accessibility, mobility, or disability awareness. The emoji is part of a larger effort across digital platforms to include symbols representing people with disabilities, fostering a culture of respect and understanding. It was added as part of Unicode's efforts to celebrate diverse abilities and was approved in 2019 with the Emoji 12.0 update. This particular emoji can come in different skin tones and genders, allowing for more personalization. It reminds people about the importance of accessibility and the value of recognizing and respecting all individuals in daily life.

The person in manual wheelchair facing right emoji was approved and added in Emoji 15.1, see related proposal L2/23030