discrimination against people with disabilities

The U.S. Census Bureau reported in 2012 that one in every five Americans, almost 20 percent of the population, lives with a disability. Some disabilities are severe and recognizable, while others are invisible to those who are unaware. Despite the fact that such a large number of Americans live with a disability, many people are not familiar with ableism, or discrimination against disabled people. This text contains a breakdown of what ableism looks like, how to recognize it, and how to face it.

"A guide for how to be 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 accessible place"--Provided by publisher.

"Explores the historic landmark legislation of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its implications today"--Provided by publisher.

"Explores how to be an ally and advocate, and how to be inclusive in everyday life"--Provided by publisher.

". . . fact boxes and informative charts give readers a basic introduction to the fight for disability rights . . ."--Provided by publisher.

"A guide for how to be 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 accessible place"--Provided by publisher.

"A deafblind writer and professor explores how the misrepresentation of disability in books, movies, and TV harms both the disabled community and everyone else"--Provided by publisher.

Readers will find detailed yet accessible explanations of the ADA and how it applies to them, along with tips to help them obtain the accommodations they need to reach their full potential as students, employees, and members of the community.

This powerful documentary uses real life experiences from Deaf people of varied social, racial, and educational backgrounds showing how audism does lasting and harmful damage.

Examines what disability discrimination entails, how it is manifested, how widespread it is, how it affects real people, and efforts to address this discrimination.