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What is the ableism?
L’abilismo it is a form of discrimination towards the people with disabilities.
It is based on thewrong idea people who did not disability is “the most normal” or “more capable”, excluding those who live a different condition.
How is it manifested?
Can be clear (to deny an opportunity, create physical barriers or digital), or thin — like when you use words pietistiche or you treat people with disabilities as “heroes” or “objects of compassion.”
Common examples:
- Say “confined to a wheelchair” instead of “uses a wheelchair”.
- Praise daily actions (“what courage, exit only!”).
- Speak to the place of someone who has a disabilities.
- Ignore the architectural barriers and accessibility digital.
Why is that a problem?
Because theabilismo limits participation, dignity and the rights of persons with disabilities, fueling stereotipi and cultural obstacles.
How can we counteract that?
- Listening to right the persons with disabilities.
- Using a respectful language and inclusive.
- Pretending accessibility in the spaces, services and communication.
- Educating more young to respect and diversity.
- Intervening in front of discriminatory behaviour.
Call to Action:
Have you ever seen an episode of discrimination abilistto, perhaps without realizing it?
Share your experience on rightforinclusion.en in the section, or write to info@rightforinclusion.it: every word can turn on a new awareness.