Webinar – “Stopping Stigma! Using Respectful Language”
Free webinar from the perspective of a self-advocate on stopping stigma and using inclusive, respectful language for people with disabilities
Join the Illinois Self-Advocacy Alliance for “Stopping Stigma! Using Respectful Language” on May 23 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Presenter and self-advocate Kaela Denny will walk participants through using the most up-to-date terminology and stopping stigma.
Kaela’s presentation will include:
- A focus on autism and the voices of self-advocates
- Guiding participants through some of her life experiences as an individual with autism
- Providing examples of newer terminology popping up within the disability culture and community
Kaela is a dynamic presenter and proud graduate of Partners in Policymaking Class Four. She is a passionate advocate for inclusion and legislative change. You can learn more about Kaela and her advocacy work on her website at www.kaeladenny.com.