#PeopleWithDisabilities are integral parts of our world & community, yet they often face #inaccessible or #unwelcoming spaces online. The word #disability itself is a limiting term, as it refers to an immense spectrum of experiences. #Disabilities can affect a person’s auditory, cognitive, neurological, linguistic, visual, emotional or physical abilities moving through the world, both online & offline.
We must stop using Darwin's "survival of the fittest" to justify the suffering of disabled people. While disability brings challenges like pain, fatigue, and inaccessibility, much alienation stems from societal attitudes and rigid decision-makers. This artificial alienation can and should be changed.
"Ableism looks like calling people 'inspiring' for navigating a system that is designed for exclusion, while doing nothing to hold the system accountable." - Carson Tueller
Telling someone with a learning disability to 'study harder' is like telling someone trying to find their way in a dark room to just 'look harder.' What they need is a light, not more effort in the wrong direction.
Not every hardship is a result of a personal moral failing. In fact, MOST aren’t. Life is hard.
♿️ Make spaces accessible (ramps, clear signage, tech!)
️ Offer flexible work options (remote, part-time)
Support groups & resources for MS employees #StrongerTogether
Myth: You can make a product accessible after it's been developed.
Reality: It's more effective and efficient to consider accessibility from the beginning of the design process. Retrofitting can be more complex and costly.
"Severely disabled women are left out of conversations on Women’s Rights, and trans women are also excluded from these conversations. Be sure that we uplift these populations today."- Andrew Gurza
The #Covid19#pandemic has brought about significant changes in many aspects of our lives. One such change has been the impact on disability inclusion in the #workplace. With the pandemic contributing to an increase in the number of people classified as #disabled, #employers are now facing new obligations and opportunities. This article will delve into the various aspects of how Covid-19 has reshaped the landscape of #DisabilityInclusion in the workplace.
Communicating when speech is impossible due to a brain injury, stroke, or disease can be daunting. However, specialized #eyetracking#technology supported by #NASA has made it possible for people living with disabilities to connect with others one-on-one, over the phone, or via the internet.
Inaccessible Disaster Plans: Many disaster plans aren't inclusive. Evacuation routes, shelters, and information often lack accessibility for people with disabilities.
Instead of expecting people with disabilities to 'overcome' their disabilities, the onus is on non-disabled people to rid themselves of ableism, bias, and misplaced pity.
Diversity and inclusion as imagined by Jamie Shields @ Disabled Society
“Since I posted the graphic, my feelings changed so I made some tweaks. The graphic was and is my way of expressing my feelings on #DEI through the lens of being #Disabled. It also needed a makeover to bring it on brand with Disabled By Society. So here is my updated on-brand shoe graphic, not a copycat copy.” #DiversityAndInclusion#DisabilityInclusion#Accessibility
"Having a disability isn’t shameful. You don’t need to pretend not to notice it or look away in embarrassment when we tell you about it."- Ellen Spertus