The same goes for writing about a disability, which is a mental or physical condition that significantly affects the ability ...

Disability can be difficult to talk about sensitively because of how embedded ableism is in our language, biases and perceptions of disability. Conversations about disability are slowly increasing, ...

People are often surprised when I call myself "disabled." Over the years, society has shifted toward person-first language (i.e. person with a disability) to describe disability. However, many people ...

It’s important to look at the intent and context behind usage. Identity-first language can be negative if it’s not accompanied by empathy or respect. For years, the autism community has grappled with ...

I have never known an editor who exclusively writes standards to be even mildly progressive. In my experience, standards editors in legacy media tend to be so married to process, and formality, and ...

This section of the CU Boulder style guide recommends language that is free from stereotypes, subtle discrimination and negative messages. People’s preferences can differ widely. As a rule: Ask people ...

Liz Pellicano receives funding from the Medical Research Council, the Economic and Social Research Council, the Clothworkers' Foundation, Pears Foundation and various autism charities. Words matter.

An award-winning music artist and advocate for the disability community performed her songs and discussed disability culture at a Feb. 6 event. Lachi showcased her songs “Far,” “Dis Education” and ...

Penn Spectrum Weekend, a triannual conference from Oct. 13 to 15, celebrated Penn members from Black, Latinx, Native, Asian, LGBTQ, Muslim, and FGLI communities (Photo courtesy of Penn Spectrum). Penn ...