Demystifying disability : what to know, what to say, and how to be an ally / Emily Ladau.

What to know, what to say, and how to be an ally

"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.

"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; and, identifying and speaking up about disability stereotypes in media. Authored by celebrated disability rights advocate, speaker, and writer, Emily Ladau, this practical, intersectional guide offers all readers a welcoming place to understand disability as part of the human experience"-- Back cover.

California : Ten Speed Press, an imprint of Random House, a division of Penguin Random House LLC, [2021]

167 pages : colour illustrations ; 21 cm

First edition.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 150-152), filmography, and index.

Introduction: Why do we need to demystify disability? -- So, what is disability, anyway? -- Understanding disability as part of a whole person -- An (incomplete) overview of disability history -- Ableism and accessibility -- Disability etiquette -- Disability in the media -- Conclusion: Calling all allies and accomplices.