“It is our responsibility to advocate alongside disabled students”: Confronting ableism at our university
We live in a society that is deeply, distinctly, institutionally ableist. To many able-bodied or neurotypical people, this canker of ableism seems hidden beneath the surface: they don’t have to…
Why Disability History Month Matters
November marks Disability History Month and we should all be celebrating. It is a month long national event which showcases the diverse cultural history of disabled people while highlighting the…
My Left / Right Foot – The Musical
Who knew that wading into the dangerous comedic waters of ableism could be so… fun? The oxymoronic pairing is the prevailing theme of the evening as Scottish writer and director…
The dangers of everyday ableism
Ableism is a form of discrimination against the disabled. It can manifest itself through the language or actions of individuals, be perpetuated by inconsiderate government policies, or be institutionally ingrained…
Living with an invisible disability: student experiences
A significant proportion of the population live with invisible conditions or disabilities that have a huge impact on their day to day lives. An invisible disability is one that is…
Allegations of ableism are prone to misuse
A few months ago, whilst trawling down my news feed, I came across a not uncommon debate between two of my Facebook friends. The pair were arguing about the merits…