Tag Archives: politics

People-first: Language of Progress

Posted on August 26, 2013 by

People-first language isn’t just semantics; it’s a way of referring to people with disabilities without intentionally or unintentionally expressing negative and disparaging attitudes. By using people-first language, we acknowledge the person (first) rather than the disability. “Over the years bloggers, … Continue reading →

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Civil Rights: Students with Disabilities Given a Fair Shot at Athletics

Posted on February 1, 2013 by

Student athletes everywhere can chalk up another point in the win column as the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights has successfully issued a guidance measure that addresses the rights of children with disabilities to participate in school … Continue reading →

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2013: Obama’s Inauguration and People Living with Disabilities

Posted on January 25, 2013 by

On Monday, January 21, the nation inaugurated Barrack H. Obama for his second term in office as the 44th President of the United States. During his inauguration address, the President reiterated his administration’s agenda for the American people and made … Continue reading →

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