Definitions
The C.D.R
What is the Center dor Disability Rights
These classes of people (name 3) have been categorically defined as effective citizens.
Immigrants, Minorities, LGBTQ, Women, economically disadvantaged people.
This framework represents people whose social and political identities overlap.
Intersectionality
The A.D.A
What is the Americans with Disabilities Act?
Name 3 types of potential "disability"
Linguistic, temporary, medical, etc.
How do organizations and institutions historically organize?
Choose one identity and build their movement around that identity.
ADHD
Attention Deficit/ Hyperactiviy Disorder
Nielsen's Book, A Disability History of the United States, places the experiences of people with disabilities at the _____ of the American story.
Center
Why might people who live at the intersections of overlapping identities be excluded from traditional social or political movements?
Because these groups often focus on one identity/problem rather than all.
Spoon Theory
Taking a spoon for every activity that a disability affects
What attitude does Nielsen say is built into social structures?
Ableism attitude.
Why are social and political groups' traditional way of organizing harmful to people who live at the intersection of overlapping identities?
Because people cannot separate their social and political dynamics among those groups?
Hidden disabilities
Disabilities you cannot see.
Nielsen argues the contrast between disability as a deficiency and American ideals of _____/_______
Independence and autonomy
What is one way Keri Gray suggests that we can do to ensure inclusive representation for all?
Coalition