Disability Language Style Guide | National Center on Disability and Journalism

Disability Language Style Guide | National Center on Disability and Journalism
Link: https://ncdj.org/style-guide/

The Disability Language Style Guide is a resource put together by the National Center on Disability and Journalism. While journalism may not be the goal, it is important to use correct language when referring to people with disabilities, the disabilities, themselves, and the struggles ableism has created for those navigating the world with a disability. Use this website as a resource when writing to avoid unintentional ableism and harm. 

Reflection Prompts 

1. Scroll through the Disability Language Style Guide. What new language did you learn?
2. Did you see any terms you learned a new definition or use for?
3. How might you use this information to improve the communication and reduce the harm caused in your workplace?