Debunking Normal: Accessibility Awareness Training
Topic: Accessibility | Audience: Beginner
Description
Historically, society has seen disability as something someone “had” or “suffered from”, and because of that, they had “special needs” to get through life. Those who were disabled were not “normal,” but “different” and often seen as “less.” Less capable. Less intelligent. Less involved. Less whole.
Society has a history of being wrong.
Disability is not a bad word nor does it mean a bad life.
In this training we’ll dive into what disability is and exactly how common our differences are. We’ll discuss the different types of disability and some of the identifications within those types. We’ll talk about the characteristics associated with those identifications - including strengths.
Come away from this with a view on disability you may never have encountered in addition to the vocabulary to talk about it as you move forward. Debunk the idea that “different” and “special” are the same as accessible Be exposed to what we can look for that will help us break down societal barriers and encourage inclusion.
Goals
Come away from this with a view on disability you may never have encountered in addition to the vocabulary to talk about it as you move forward. Debunk the idea that “different” and “special” are the same as accessible Be exposed to what we can look for that will help us break down societal barriers and encourage inclusion.
Resources
Training Length: Half Day | Room: TBD | Timeslot: Half Day Afternoon (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
Trainers: Donna Bungard
