Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to Be an Ally

by Emily Ladau Ten Speed Press 09/07/2021, paperback SKU: 9781984858979   An approachable guide to being a thoughtful, informed ally to disabled people, with actionable steps for what to say and do (and what not to do) and how you can help make the world a more inclusive place.  People with disabilities are the world's largest minority, an estimated 15 percent of the global population. But many of us -- disabled and nondisabled alike -- don't know how to act, what to say, or how to be an ally to the disability community. Demystifying Disability is a friendly handbook on the important disability issues you need to know about, including: - How to appropriately think, talk, and ask about disability- Recognizing and avoiding ableism (discrimination toward disabled people)- Practicing good disability etiquette- Ensuring accessibility becomes your standard practice, from everyday communication to planning special events- Appreciating disability history and identity- Identifying and speaking