Take some time today to reflect on your role in disability inclusion for International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Some resources and services to consider for #IDPWD2020 ⬇️ #UofT
Today from 10 - 11:30am, learn about the connections between ableism and racism at “The Intersections of Disability and Multiple Identities: Fighting Stigmas, Advancing Opportunities” #UofT event on Zoom. 👍 ASL will be provided. #AODA https://antiracism.utoronto.ca/education-events/race-equity-action-series/
The Disability History Research Guide has databases, books, and digital exhibits to expand your understanding of disability rights and accessibility. 🙌 Start reading #UofT: https://guides.library.utoronto.ca/c.php?g=718504&p=5130588
The #UofT Library Accessibility Office has several services available for persons with disabilities, including print conversion and captioning. 💬 Learn about our services: https://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/accessibility-office/library-accessibility-office
The Discrimination Not Allowed #UofT exhibit highlights cases about human rights in Ontario. ✊ Barbara Turnbull et al. v. Famous Players Inc is a disability rights case where advocates demanded wheelchair accessibility in movie theatres. Case details: https://exhibits.library.utoronto.ca/exhibits/show/discrimination-not-allowed/disability
Want to learn more about accessibility in Ontario? Read up on the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act: https://guides.library.utoronto.ca/c.php?g=718504&p=5130588 #UofT #AODA
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