Hi all
just wanting a bit of clarification about the use of the term 'ableism'
and/or 'disablism'.
My understanding of the term is that it describes how people with
disabilities/disabled people are discriminated against - in the same way
that people of different race, gender, and age can also be discriminated
against (racism, sexism, and ageism respectively).
I have read some literature, mainly out of the US, re 'ableism', but
having had discussions with a friend, I realise that 'disablism' may be a
more appropriate term.
Or is it just another debate about terminology, which is mostly determined
by where you find yourself living?
Many thanks in advance for your insights.
Harriet
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