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Disability Awareness and Common Disability Etiquettes
On Saturday, July 26th, 2025, the DADE Foundation hosted an eye-opening and interactive online session on Disability Awareness and Common Disability Etiquette.
The purpose of this webinar was simple: to foster a culture of inclusion, empathy, and respect for persons with disabilities (PWDs). Facilitated by Eloka Odua and Fatimah Usman, the session was designed to move beyond common misconceptions and equip attendees with practical knowledge.
1. Key Areas Covered
2. Understanding Disabilities
Clarifying the concept, addressing myths, and discussing the types and impact of various disabilities.
The Power of Language
A crucial guide on common disability etiquette, what to say, what not to say, and how to create truly inclusive and accessible environments.
Advocacy
Practical tips on how to ally with and advocate for persons with disabilities.
Impact
Attendees, including educators, HR professionals, students, and the general public, left the session with a deeper understanding of how to communicate respectfully and effectively, ensuring that inclusion is a cornerstone of our community.
The purpose of this webinar was simple: to foster a culture of inclusion, empathy, and respect for persons with disabilities (PWDs). Facilitated by Eloka Odua and Fatimah Usman, the session was designed to move beyond common misconceptions and equip attendees with practical knowledge.
1. Key Areas Covered
2. Understanding Disabilities
Clarifying the concept, addressing myths, and discussing the types and impact of various disabilities.
The Power of Language
A crucial guide on common disability etiquette, what to say, what not to say, and how to create truly inclusive and accessible environments.
Advocacy
Practical tips on how to ally with and advocate for persons with disabilities.
Impact
Attendees, including educators, HR professionals, students, and the general public, left the session with a deeper understanding of how to communicate respectfully and effectively, ensuring that inclusion is a cornerstone of our community.
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