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What is Alt Text (Alternative Text)?
Alt text is a short sentence that tells someone what is in an image.
It helps people who cannot see the image, and rely on a screen reader.
Screen readers read the alt text out loud so people can understand what the image shows.
How to write Alt Text.
- Say what the image is about in 1 or 2 short sentences.
- Be clear and to the point.
- Do not say “image of” or “picture of”, the screen reader already knows it’s an image.
- Only describe what is important for someone to know.
- If the image has text in it, include the words in the alt text.
Example: Four diverse hands form a circular shape around the global symbol of Disability, a wheelchair symbol.
What is Image Description?
An image description gives more detail about an image.
It is written near the image, so everyone can see it.
Screen readers read the alt text out loud so people can understand what the image shows.
It helps people who don’t use screen readers but still need help understanding the image.
Some people may not know how to use screen readers, or may find them hard to use.
How to Write a Good Image Description.
- Write clearly and simply.
- Give a bit more detail than alt text. Think about colours, textures, etc..
- Say what is happening in the image and why it is important.
- Use full sentences.
- You can include feelings, actions, setting, or background if they help explain the image.
Example: Four diverse hands form a circular shape around the global symbol of Disability, a wheelchair symbol.
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Ableism & Internalised Ableism
Internalised Ableism – need to know
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “12 Things We Need to Know About Internalised Ableism”, set against a dark background. A grid of 12 colourful icons with stylised illustrations and captions highlights key points: “It’s learnt, not innate” – young person at a table with an adult; “It makes us feel like we’re the problem” – wheelchair user looking down; “It tells us to hide our needs” – person nervously holding their hands; “It’s driven by ableism” – figure with question marks overhead; “It creates shame and guilt” – person hiding behind a mask; “It pushes us to ‘prove’ ourselves” – figure facing their own shadow; “It can harm relationships” – wheelchair user alone; “It affects our self-worth” – crouched person covering their face; “It can silence disabled people” – person at a desk with a screen; “It can impact mental health” – figure with walking aids; “It affects access and advocacy” – person beside a guide dog; and “It can be unlearnt” – seated figure reading with a shadow behind.
You tell me Disabled is a negative word
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic with the text, “You tell me Disabled is a negative word,” showing a person with hands raised in frustration. Below, clipart of a stick figure ringing a bell labelled “shame” at another upset figure, referencing “Game of Thrones” style shame. The text concludes, “But there’s only one thing negative about this exchange, and it isn’t how I’m self-identifying.”
What Ableism
is
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “Ableism Is” is set against a dark background, making its twelve vibrant, colourful icons stand out boldly. Each icon represents a different facet of ableism, using distinct colours and simple symbols to convey layered meanings. The statements read: Ingrained In Systems – a purple icon with interlocking gears; Embedded In Society – a pink icon featuring a globe; Tangled In Language – a blue icon with speech bubbles and translation marks; Ever Present – an orange icon showing a stopwatch; Normalised In Culture – a yellow icon with hands cradling a globe; Hidden In Plain Sight – a green icon with an eye crossed out; A Daily Struggle – a purple icon showing a figure sitting with their knees drawn in; A Barrier To Equality – a pink icon with balanced justice scales; Shaped By Ignorance – a blue icon with a skeptical face; Constantly Reinforced – an orange icon featuring a gear surrounded by people; Deeply Rooted – a yellow icon with visible tree roots; and Systemic Oppression – a green icon of a hand holding a chess pawn. Together, they present a stark visual message about the pervasive, complex, and systemic nature of ableism.
Roses are red,
ableism is real
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic with a dark background and pink-themed elements, featuring heart-shaped bunting and the Disabled by Society logo at the top. The main text reads, “Roses Are Red, Ableism Is Real, If You Don’t Unlearn It, Society Will Fail..” Below are nine pink icons with white text representing aspects of accessibility and inclusion: Include Disabled Voices (person with crutch), Attract Diverse Talent (magnifying glass over three people), Represent Human Diversity (people in a circular pattern), Accommodate Ageing Needs (elderly couple with walking aids), Embrace Difference (signpost with arrows), Challenge Systemic Bias (person holding scales), Create Equity (balanced scales with different weights), Invest in Inclusion (hands holding a group of people), Unlearn Outdated Beliefs (person reading with speech bubble). The design uses bold visuals to emphasise unlearning ableism and fostering inclusion.
Accessibility Matters
Being Accessible is not about doing right, it is
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Being Accessible Is Not About Doing the Right Thing, It Is:”, set on a dark background with nine colourful icons and statements: “Creates Equity” – green icon with three figures on platforms of varying heights; “Inclusive Design” – yellow icon of hand holding media symbols; “Removes Barriers” – pink icon with construction barrier; “Represents Everyone” – orange icon with hands holding people; “Supports Independence” – purple icon of wheelchair user at computer; “Fostering Belonging” – light blue icon with speech bubbles and figures; “Includes Everyone” – pink icon with diverse people; “Good Business Sense” – yellow icon with upward graph; “A Human Right” – green icon with hand holding balanced scales.
Inaccessible content habits to unlearn
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Inaccessible Content Habits To Unlearn In 2025,” featuring nine colourful icons and statements: “Using Emojis As Bullet Points” – sad face emoji; “Inaccessible Captions” – two Cs in speech bubble; “Relying On PDFs” – PDF icon; “Ignoring Alt Text” – square with ‘Alt’; “Forgetting Image Description” – image with text; “Not Checking Colour Contrast” – half solid, half patterned circle; “Not Using Plain Language” – two speech bubbles; “Overusing Emojis” – thumbs down icon; “Promoting Accessibility Inaccessibly” – caution exclamation mark.
Accessibility is my love
language
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “Accessibility is my Love Language…” in blue and white text surrounded by pink heart outlines. Below are nine icons with neon blue line drawings inside pink-bordered squares, representing benefits of accessibility: Creates Equity (three figures on different height platforms), Fosters Belonging (hands holding a group of people), Empowers People (hands holding a heart with people inside), Breaks Barriers (a hand breaking through a barrier), Promotes Understanding (a head with magnifying glass and checkmark), Elevates Disabled Voices (three figures, one in a wheelchair, raising arms), Shows Respect (two hands forming a heart), Creates Trust (hands passing a heart), Has A Domino Effect (three falling domino pieces).
Advocacy & Protest
Disabled and Done Sugar-Coating…
ID: A Disabled By Society graphic titled, “Disabled and Done Sugar-Coating…”. Below 12 icons feature Disabled people with varied identities, access needs, and emotions, each paired with a statement, they read: Some days, it’s too much – Two older Disabled people, one using a wheelchair and the other with a cane, sitting on a sofa reading together. Fatigue isn’t laziness – A person curled up hugging a pillow, wearing a loose pink outfit, resting. Pride and pain coexist – A mother with their child, they are sat down as the mother’s mobility aid rests beside them. Advocacy is exhausting – A person sitting cross-legged wearing sunglasses, leaning against a yellow assistance dog. Not every day is brave – A person slumped in a wheelchair, looking visibly drained and overwhelmed. Anger is a valid feeling – A person using crutches walking to calm down. Burnout is real – A person with sat on the ground with noise cancelling headphones on. Ableism is everywhere – A person mid-kick in blue athletic wear, strike a fighting pose! Don’t settle for inspo porn – A person with a white cane as they walk away rejecting inspo porn. Rest is resistance – A person in a wheelchair wearing comfy clothes resting without guilt. Honesty over false positivity – Two friends sat together communicating, one with a hearing aid on. The other person has down syndrome. The two are having areal convo together. Be unapologetic – A parent sat with arms open as their young child using a prosthetic walks towards them.
12 Ways to Start Unlearning Internalised Ableism:
ID: A Disabled By Society graphic with a dark background featuring 12 cartoon-style animals, each paired with a tip for unlearning internalised ableism. Title: “12 Ways to Start Unlearning Internalised Ableism.” Tips include: Question your thoughts (cat with white cane), Be kinder to yourself (dog in wheelchair), Set healthy boundaries (bird with crutches), Reject ‘normal’ myths (cat with walker), Connect with community (bunnies crafting), Stop comparing yourself (monkey with prosthetic), Ditch perfectionism (bear with coffee and limb difference), Learn about ableism (lion with guide animal), Stop apologising (fox with prosthetic hand), Cry if you need (cat meditating with limb difference), Celebrate the wins (bear on scooter), Let go of the shame (alpaca using mobility aid).
I will not apologise
for
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Things as a Disabled Person I Will Not Apologise For”, set on a dark background with a stick figure character and humorous intro text. Features 12 colourful boxes with clipart and statements: “Asking for accessibility” – access symbol surrounded by people; “Asking for an adjustment” – person at a desk adjusting their setup; “Asking for clarity” – two people, one confused; “Challenging ableism” – person with megaphone; “Sharing my needs” – juggling tasks and accommodation icons; “Language I use to identify” – people chatting with speech bubble; “Setting boundaries” – person fending off demands with clock and documents; “Prioritising my wellbeing” – person meditating; “Saying no without guilt” – person turning away from speech bubbles; “Taking up space” – confident figure with energy lines; “Advocating for myself and others” – person speaking to a crowd; “Existing as I am” – two people standing together, one offering support.
Let Disabled truths
be louder
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “When Misinformation Speaks, Let Disabled Truths Be Louder”, set on a dark background. Features 12 colourful square icons in a 3×4 grid, each with a symbol and statement: pink megaphone – “Amplify Disabled people”; green question mark – “Question disinformation”; purple magnifying glass – “Fact-check ableism”; yellow speech bubbles – “Call out ableist language”; blue head with sprout – “Learn from lived experience”; orange newspaper and microphone – “Challenge media stereotypes”; pink access symbol – “Share accessible info/resources”; green group of people – “Value all communication forms”; purple hands holding heart-brain – “Recognise internalised ableism”; yellow gears and fist – “Respect autonomy and agency”; blue circular arrows around book – “Keep learning, unlearning & evolving”; orange raised hand with X – “Don’t think it doesn’t impact you”.
12 ways to show up for Disabled people
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “12 Ways to Show Up for Disabled People” set against a dark background, featuring twelve colourful square icons with stylised stick-figure illustrations. The icons represent ways to support Disabled people: 1) Blue icon showing a person looking at their reflection in a mirror symbolising self-awareness with the text “Recognise Your Privilege.” 2) Yellow icon with two hands holding a crown representing leveraging privilege with “Use That Privilege.” 3) Pink icon depicting a person in glasses working at a drafting table promoting accessible design labelled “Design Accessibly.” 4) Green icon featuring a handshake symbolising respect and allyship with “Be Respectful.” 5) Orange icon showing a person gesturing with a percentage symbol overhead representing harmful assumptions with “Don’t Ever Assume.” 6) Purple icon of a person struggling to reach a book on a high shelf illustrating the effort to self-educate with “Educate Yourself on Ableism.” 7) Light blue icon of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by another symbolising active listening with “Listen to Disabled People.” 8) Yellow icon showing a figure with open arms representing advocacy labelled “Advocate for Accessibility.” 9) Pink icon of a person stepping forward confidently symbolising challenging harmful language with “Challenge Ableist Language.” 10) Green icon featuring a person holding a legal document and gavel advocating for rights with “Support Disability Rights.” 11) Orange icon showing a person inside a transparent box representing accessible spaces labelled “Make Spaces Inclusive.” 12) Purple icon of a person raising their hand and reading a book reinforcing trust with “Believe Disabled People.”
Allyship & Education
Make Pride Month
accessible
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Make Pride Month Accessible & Inclusive for Disabled People,” set on a dark background with a dripping Progress Pride flag in the top right. Shows 12 colorful icons with stylized illustrations and captions suggesting inclusive practices: “Represent Disability” – person using crutches; “Make Marketing Accessible” – gay couple, one with a guide dog; “Ensure Events Are Accessible” – stylish person with white cane and guide dog; “Include Disabled People in Planning” – person using laptop with Pride sticker; “Provide Sign Interpreters” – two people signing at a table; “Provide Live Captioning” – two people chatting; “Make Spaces Physically Accessible” – gay couple, one with a walking aid and limb difference; “Provide Sensory-Friendly Options” – person with prosthetic arm walking away from sensory overload; “Offer In-Person and Online Access” – gay couple taking a selfie; “Share Access Info In Advance” – wheelchair user gesturing; “Be Open and Flexible” – two people holding hands, one using a cane; “Amplify Disabled LGBTQ+ Voices” – seated person with limb difference.
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Allyship isn’t riding in on your white horse to save the day, it’s:”, set on a dark background with bright colourful stick-person icons and statements: “Listening with intent” – two people, one speaking; “Being open to learning” – person at desk studying; “Taking accountability” – person at laptop making content accessible; “Recognising your privilege” – person speaking to wheelchair user; “Amplifying voices” – one person helping another onto higher platform; “Making space, not taking space” – person standing inside clear box; “Passing the mic” – person hogging microphone; “Challenging ableism” – person shouting into megaphone; “Speaking up, not over” – person reacting as another speaks over angrily; “Acting, not just observing” – person watching with binoculars; “Uplifting, not overshadowing” – person centring themselves, shadow not a superhero; “Continuous growth” – person climbing blocks symbolising progress.
I’m Disabled doesn’t
mean you need to
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic set on a dark background titled “I’m Disabled, That Doesn’t Mean You Need To:” featuring nine colourful icons with text describing behaviours to avoid when interacting with Disabled people. These include: (Blue icon) “Change Your Tone” showing a person speaking differently to another; (Yellow icon) “Talk To The Person With Me” depicting someone ignoring the Disabled person to speak to their companion; (Pink icon) “Feel Sorry For Me” with one person patting another sympathetically; (Green icon) “Help Without Being Asked” showing unsolicited assistance; (Purple icon) “Touch Without Consent” illustrating someone pushing a wheelchair without permission; (Orange icon) “Avoid Interaction” showing a person walking away from someone trying to engage; (Pink icon) “Over Explain Simple Things” depicting slow, exaggerated speech; (Blue icon) “Act Uncomfortable” with a confused person and question mark; and (Yellow icon) “Make Assumptions” showing a person thinking with a percentage symbol, representing assumptions.
Shoe
graphic
ID: Disabled By Society graphic set on a dark background. Five boxes with a shoe and paragraph appear in a vertical alignment. They read: Equality is everyone getting a pair of shoes. Diversity is everyone getting a different type of shoe. Equity is everyone getting a pair of shoes that fits. Acceptance is understanding we all wear different kinds of shoes and that some don’t. Belonging is wearing the shoes you want without fear of judgment.
Celebratory & Everyday Representation
Everyone’s experience of the Holiday season
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic set on a dark purplish background with snowflakes along the top and the Disabled by Society logo centred. The title reads, “Everyone’s Experience Of The Holiday Season Is Different. For Some, It Can Be:” Below are nine colourful squares each containing stick-figure clipart and a word describing experiences: 1. Lonely – a sad person while others run behind; 2. Overwhelming – person shopping with Christmas hat and face mask; 3. Joyful – mum, dad and child spending time together; 4. Difficult – two people crying; 5. Fun – two people dancing, one in a wheelchair; 6. Isolating – person hugging knees; 7. Stressful – person shrugging confused; 8. Relaxing – same-sex couple on sofa; 9. Just another day – blind person with guide dog and cane.
Make the Holidays more inclusive
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic set on a dark purplish background with a festive border of Christmas stockings, candy canes, and holly hanging from the top. The title reads, “Tips To Make The Holidays More Inclusive…” Below are nine colourful curved squares, each containing a statement and clipart: Avoid Flickering Lights; Don’t Comment On Eating Habits; Offer Non-Alcoholic Alternatives; Consider Dietary Requirements; Not Everyone Is A Social Butterfly; Respect Sensory Sensitivities; Provide A Quiet Space; Choose Accessible Games; Don’t Force Participation.
Books to curl up to this
Holiday season
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic. Set on an off-black/purplish background, snowflakes run along the top of the page with the Disabled by Society logo centred. The title reads, “Books To Curl Up To This Holiday Season.” Below are nine colourful book covers arranged in a 3×3 grid, each featuring the book title and author. They read: The Anti-Ableist Manifesto by Tiffany Yu, Bodily Belonging by Julie Harris, The ‘My… Has…’ series by Alex Winstanley, Autistic & Black by Kala Allen Omeiza, The Upper Hand by Chris Ruden, Demystifying Disability by Emily Ladau, Haben by Haben Girma, Disability Is Human by Dr Stephanie Cawthon, and No Horn Unicorn by Dr Shani Dhanda.
All we want for
Valentine’s day is
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “All We Want for Valentine’s Day Is,” featuring two love hearts by the title and the Disabled by Society logo at the top right. Below are 12 colourful boxes with clipart and statements: Accessible Dates (two people at a table, one in a wheelchair), A Seat at the Table (people sitting around a table), No Awkward Stares (two figures standing, staring), Real Conversations (two people conversing), To Be Heard (person with a white cane), A Partner, Not a Caregiver (couple dancing, one in a wheelchair), Respect for Boundaries (one person stepping away), Spaces Without Barriers (wheelchair user beside stairs and elevator), Acceptance for Who We Are (confident person in wheelchair), Adaptive Creativity (person standing strong with arms crossed), Disability Love Represented (couple dressed for a wedding, one in wheelchair), To Be Single If We Choose (person alone at desk writing).
Disability History & Awareness
Geography can shape the language we use
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Geography Can Shape the Language We Use”, set on a dark background. Features a visual map with labels or text highlighting how different countries or regions may use varied terms related to disability, identity, or accessibility. The graphic explores how location influences language, including differences in terminology, cultural framing, and systems like healthcare, education, or legislation.
Non-Disabled
privilege bingo
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “Non-Disabled Privilege Check Bingo.” Below are 12 colourful boxes, each highlighting a privilege that non-Disabled people often take for granted: 1. You can assume spaces will meet your needs – a person with a medical device attached to them. 2. You can access education without barriers – a person using a powered wheelchair. 3. You can apply for a job without barriers – a person with a service dog. 4. You can request adjustments without backlash – a person working at a standing desk. 5. You can exist without masking or changing – two people wearing masks. 6. You aren’t excluded from social spaces – a person being declined access with an open hand. 7. You can access support without being doubted – a person sitting on a bench, adjusting their prosthetic. 8. You can use technology without barriers – a person using a computer. 9. You can attend events without extra planning – a person in a wheelchair holding a ticket. 10. You can stim without being judged – person flapping their hands. 11. You can work without sensory overwhelm. – overwhelmed person covering their ears. 12. Your identity isn’t defined by limitations – a person using a wheelchair.
Privilege
bingo
ID: A ‘Privilege Bingo’ card created by Disabled by Society. The card consists of 16 colourful squares, each containing a statement about different forms of privilege, and a piece of stick person clipart representing the statement. The purpose of the bingo card is to highlight the privileges we have whilst others do not. The statements read: 1. You have never been judged for your skin colour. 2. You can express your gender openly. 3. Your religion is always accepted. 4. You can hold hands in public safely. 5. You’ve never been criticised for not speaking English. 6. You’ve never struggled to afford basics. 7. Your background has never blocked opportunities. 8. You see people like you represented. 9. You can assume spaces will meet your needs. 10. You aren’t dismissed due to your gender. 11. You don’t have to justify your needs. 12. Education is accessible to you. 13. You’ve never been stereotyped or tokenised. 14. You don’t have to hide who you are. 15. You’ve never had to fight to exist. 16. You’re never expected to just fit in.
Disability Pride & Identity
ID: A Disabled By Society graphic titled “12 Reasons Why I Choose How I Self-Identify.” It features 12 diverse illustrated people of different races, genders, body types, and Disabilities. Reasons include: It’s my lived experience – person in hijab and sunglasses; I define me – person in pink top with a mug; Reclaimed power – person in green striped shirt with raised arm and limb difference; Unlearning shame – red-haired person journaling with a prosthetic arm; I choose what fits – person using a walker; I set the terms – seated person with lower limb difference, gesturing; I know who I am – bald person with vitiligo in a yellow dress; It reflects my truth – young person with glasses reading; I’ve earned it – smiling person in striped tank; I get to choose – person with cleft lip and headphones; It’s not for your comfort – person with hearing aid in yellow; I don’t need your approval – person in a wheelchair leaning back.
ID: A graphic titled “The Ableism Games” by Disabled by Society, styled like Squid Game. Three shapes (triangle, square, circle) appear above the title. The graphic lists six “levels” Disabled people might navigate, each with a pink icon of a person wearing a hood marked with a game shape, like the tv show! Level 1: The Medical Maze Diagnosis or dismissal? Prove you’re ‘Disabled enough’, or be ignored. Level 2: Access Obstacle Course. Open to all, except you. Built-in barriers. You’re left out by design. Level 3: Employment Tightrope Disclose. Adapt. Perform. Too Disabled? A risk. Not enough? No support. Level 4: Inspiration Trap. Inspire them… or be invisible. Your story must sell. Your struggle must smile. Level 5: Bureaucracy Gauntlet. Prove it. Again. And again. Endless forms. Constant doubt. No rest. Level 6: Belonging Arena. Blend in, or vanish. You can join in… but only on their terms. Decorative icons of Disabled stick figures appear on the left inside a ligh pink diamond shape.
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “12 Reasons Why I Didn’t Self-Identify. Set on a dark background. Below the title are 12 colourful icons with simple stick people illustrations and text beneath each one, listing reasons why someone may not have identified as Disabled: I used the stick person to represent me, but I’m for sure no stick person. Past trauma. Didn’t feel safe. Rejected the label. Didn’t want pity. Shame and guilt. Tired of proving it. Didn’t know I could. Didn’t want to be singled out. I was masking. Fear of consequence. Internalised ableism. Because I choose when. Each icon uses a different colour outline and represents the theme visually.
ID: A dark-background social media graphic titled “People to follow this Disability Pride Month:” in bold white, blue, yellow, and pink lettering. The Disabled by Society logo is in the top-right corner. Below are twelve square headshots of individuals, each framed in a brightly coloured outline and labelled with their name. Andrea Jennings, Matthew Johnston, Morrison M. Ed T, Chris Frederick. Middle row: Elaine Hughes, Calum Grevers, Khadija Gbla, Jaime Hoerricks. Bottom row: Brooke Millhouse, Jürgen Menze, Julie Sawchuk, Praveen Kolluguri. The people represent a diverse mix of genders, ethnicities, and Disabilities.
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic called, “I’m Disabled, and I don’t owe you an apology for:” Featuring 12 icons and accompanying text. Each icon is inside a colorful rounded square, with simple illustrations of disabled people confidently engaging in various actions. The reasons listed include: My access needs (wheelchair user reading a tablet). My lived experience (blind woman with a cane). Self-advocating (person speaking up). Asking for adjustments (person with an IV). Needing rest (blind person walking with a cane). Masking or unmasking (person holding a mask). Communicating differently (wheelchair user speaking). Saying no (person with a prosthetic leg). Taking up space (person at a podium). Challenging ableism (a person standing person with non-visible Disability). Setting boundaries (older person walking). Existing unapologetically (Disabled person celebrating in front of a mirror).
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ID: A Disabled By Society graphic on a dark background titled “Disability Is Natural. Exclusion Is Constructed.” It shows 12 colourful icons representing structural exclusion: Inaccessibility – wheelchair user facing a barrier. Inequity – person with prosthetic arm at a till. Discrimination – person with headphones, prosthetic hand, and support dog. Injustice – powered wheelchair user playing fetch. Ableism – worker with prosthetic arm. Segregation – cane user with guide dog. Silence – two children signing. Erasure – parent with walking aid and child. Barriers – non-visibly Disabled person at a display. Tokenism – wheelchair user gesturing. Gatekeeping – person in hijab with walking aid. Isolation – person with prosthetic leg sits alone. Each icon uses bold colours to centre Disabled people and expose exclusion.
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “12 Ways to Be an Ally This Disability Pride Month”. The background is dark, with colourful icons and illustrations representing each tip. Each tip is in a separate box with a bold outline and an illustrated scene above the text. The 12 tips shown are: Start, even if it’s small – person gently encouraging another. Learn from Disabled people – two people side by side, one using a wheelchair. Don’t expect perfection – two people baking, one raising their hand. Challenge ableism when you can – a person speaking up with an assertive expression. Know when to pass the mic – two people, gesturing peace signs. Speak up, even when it’s uncomfortable – a person holding a cuppa, visibly nervous. Believe lived experience – two people embracing, showing support. Be open to continuous learning – a person reading on a chair with a notebook. Make accessibility a habit – three people at a desk working. Don’t centre your guilt – a person sitting with their head in their hands. Make space, and step back – two people talking. Allyship is lifelong, not seasonal – two people smiling and signing.
ID: graphic by Disabled by Society titled “12 ways your internalised ableism might be showing up” with the logo in the top right. The image features twelve illustrated boxes, each with a different character and caption. The captions read: Burning out to prove something. Downplaying access needs. Feeling guilty for resting. Over-apologising for existing. Comparing yourself to others. Rejecting support or adjustments. Feeling ashamed of your diagnosis. Believing you’re ‘not Disabled enough’. Masking pain or fatigue to fit in. Seeing help as a weakness. Silencing yourself in conversations. Equating productivity with worth. Each box includes a colourful border and an illustration representing diverse Disabled people representing visible and non-visible Disabilities.
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “People to follow this Disability Pride Month” with the logo “Disabled By Society” in the top right corner. The image features 12 individuals, each in a colored frame with their name beneath their photo. The people shown are: Johny Cassidy. Tameka Citchen-Spruce. Ben VanHook. Carole Jean Whittington. Puneet Singh Singhal. Tas K. Dermot Devlin. Sydney Elaine Butler. Joseph Williams. Raul Krauthausen. Amy Kavanagh. Dr Mark (Yomi) Esho.
ID: A Disabled by Society infographic titled “12 Things You Need To Unlearn About Disability.” Twelve illustrated tiles are arranged in a 3×4 grid. Each tile features a different cartoon-style Disabled person, framed by a brightly coloured rounded square. Below each illustration is a harmful stereotype or misconception about Disability that needs unlearning: Disability is one experience – A person in a wheelchair joyfully raising their arms. Accessibility means one thing – A person with a prosthetic arm waving. Disabled means unhealthy – A person standing with one hand on their shoulder and the other resting on their side. All Disabilities are visible – Two people, talking, both have non visible Disabilities. We need fixing – A person skateboarding with a prosthetic leg. We need saving – A person with a prosthetic hand waving and smiling. Disability is rare – A child standing blowing their nose. We’re all on welfare – A person running with a blade prosthesis. We’re a burden – A person walking with crutches. We don’t work – A person working at a desk with a laptop and their adjustments. We can’t be independent – A person using a white cane and waving. We know the adjustments – A person in a wheelchair at a desk full of books.
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “12 Ways to Be Unapologetically You This Disability Pride Month.” Below are 12 illustrated examples in colourful boxes showing different ways disabled people can show up with pride and power: Take Up Space – person in a wheelchair confidently posing. Share Your Story – person standing posing, with sight loss. Say No Without Guilt – person standing relaxed, hands in pockets with no apparent Disability. Rest Without Justifying – person using a walker. Set Boundaries – person holding a hand to their ear. Celebrate Your Identity – person holding papers, standing confidently, with no apparent Disability. Communicate Your Truth – two people walking together, one using a guide dog. Reject Inspiration Porn – person using crutches standing firmly. Challenge Ableism – person in a hijab standing, they have upper limb difference. Connect With Community – diverse group of disabled people, including wheelchair users, guide dog, and limb difference. Embrace Joy – two people dancing, one in a wheelchair. Never Apologise For Who You Are – person with down syndrome sitting cross-legged, hand on heart.
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “What Does Disability Look Like?” Below 12 illustrated examples of different types of disabilities in colourful boxes. The categories are: It’s Visible – a person in a wheelchair with. It’s Non-Visible – a person with no visible Disability. It’s Apparent – person with a prosthetic leg. It’s Non-Apparent – person side on with a hearing aid. It’s Physical – person with upper limb difference. It’s Sensory – person covering their eyes. It’s Cognitive – person focusing to concentrate. It’s Neurological – person wearing noise cancelling headphones. It’s Emotional or Psychiatric – person sitting on the ground with head in hands. It’s Chronic Illness – person taking medication. It’s Fluctuating – person wearing a brace. It’s Valid, Whether You See It or Not – blind person walking with a guide dog.
What it can feel like to be Disabled
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “What It Can Feel Like To Be Disabled:” with 12 colorful illustrated boxes and caption. They read: A person in a wheelchair – Never-Ending Barrier. A blind person walking with a cane – Exclusion by Design. A person using sing language – Lack Of Access. A person painting with lower limb difference painting – Silent Exclusion. A person wearing a hijab with a prosthetic leg – Ableism Never Far Behind. A diverse group with visible disabilities – Three people running together one with down syndrome one with a running lade and the other non-visible. A person in no upper limbs playing the guitar with their feet – Endless Assumptions. A person in a wheelchair filling out paperwork – Systemic Struggles. A person wearing noise cancelling headphones – Labelled Resilient. A woman with a prosthetic arm holding a phone – Forced To Adapt. An elderly person with a cane – Judged For Support. A person with a guide dog – Always Self-Advocating.
Disability Pride is
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “Disability Pride is.” It features 12 colorful illustrations, each showing an aspect of disability pride. Descriptions include: resistance in the face of oppression (person using a walker taking a photo), being unapologetic (person spinning with noise-canceling headphones), not asking permission to exist (person with upper limb difference taking photos), refusing to shrink yourself (wheelchair user playing basketball), taking up space (disabled child with caregiver parents), not a corporate checkbox (group around a computer), community (person with a walker smiling), refusing performative inclusion (runner with prosthetic leg), honouring those who came before (elderly person in a wheelchair with service dog), pride when told not to be (quadruple amputee painting by mouth), joy, rage, and everything in between (person with guide dog), and access without apology (person in a hijab signing).
12 things I am not buying into this
Disability Pride Month, or ever.
ID: A graphic by Disabled by Society titled “12 things I am not buying into this Disability Pride Month, or ever…” sits above 12 illustrated icons with accompanying captions. They read: Tokenistic posts – A person with a prosthetic leg, representing how one employee is often used as the company’s poster person. Inaccessible content – A person sitting on the ground beside a phone with inaccessible social content. Talks of resilience – A woman using a wheelchair and wearing a hijab. Performative allyship – Three non-disabled people holding a sign that reads “Poor Disabled People.” ‘Inspiration’ narratives – A Black man with a prosthetic leg and cane, illustrating how disabled people are often called inspirational just for existing, rather than for their actions. One-size-fits-all inclusion – A woman painting with her feet due to an upper limb difference. Overused stock photos – A person with a guide dog standing with minimal expression. Disability erased from DEI work – A person with crutches who has broken their leg, representing how disability is often reduced to temporary injury in diversity work. Using us for clout, not change – A disabled person in a wheelchair being touched without consent. Non-disabled people speaking over us – A group of employees discussing how to celebrate Disability Pride Month, none of whom are disabled. Accessibility as an afterthought – A person arriving at an event that has no access. Pride that’s not for all of us – A person in a wheelchair sitting alone in a corner, excluded and scribbling.
It’s never been more
important to
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic with a dark background featuring colourful square icons and text. The title reads, “As a Disabled person, it’s never been more important to:” Below are twelve differently coloured icons with text: 1. Blue alarm clock – “Make time for you”. 2. Yellow person speaking at a podium with microphones – “Share your experiences”. 3. Green hands holding a heart – “Protect yourself”. 4. Orange scales of justice – “Know your rights”. 5. Purple person wearing a headset – “Seek support if needed”. 6. Pink three people held by two hands – “Connect with community”. 7. Blue person sitting with arms wrapped around knees – “Remember you’re not alone”. 8. Yellow person with open arms in a circle – “Speak up for accessibility”. 9. Green person holding books and papers – “Educate others”. 10. Orange wheelchair user moving between two arrows – “Set boundaries”. 11. Purple party hat with confetti and stars – “Celebrate the wins”. 12. Pink hand holding a heart – “Prioritise your well-being”.
The language a
person uses
ID: A Disabled By Society graphic with bold text reading: “The language a person uses to self-identify is influenced by:” Below are 12 colourful icons with labels: Geography, Culture, Family, Peers, Education, Media, Community, History, Law & Policy, Activism, Lived Experience, and Movements. The Disabled By Society logo is at the bottom.
Inclusive Hiring & Workplaces
12 ways you’re disabling customers
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “12 Ways You’re Disabling Customers”, set on a dark background. A grid of 12 colourful icons with stylised illustrations highlights common access barriers: “Inaccessible website” – person struggling at a computer; “Limited contact options” – two people struggling to communicate; “No representation in marketing” – person with white cane; “Inaccessible spaces” – wheelchair user speaking with someone; “Complex checkout” – figure stressed at desk; “No communication preference given” – short-statured person and taller person speaking; “No sensory-friendly options” – figure overwhelmed by noise; “No extra time given” – wheelchair user beside stressed person; “Ableist language” – one person whispering behind their hand; “Proof demanded” – figure with medical device; “Untrained staff” – person pointing while another looks confused; “No quiet spaces” – distressed person being whispered to.
How to Stop Being Disabled According to Managers, (Sarcasm Edition)
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “How to Stop Being Disabled According to Managers, (Sarcasm Edition)”. The graphic features 12 sarcastic phrases managers often use to dismiss Disabled people’s struggles, each paired with a simplistic icon and a colourful border. The phrases are: Try harder – a manager yelling at someone. It’s mind over matter – person on a unicycle juggling things. Just get on with it – a person stumped at their desk. It’s the same for everyone – a manager pointing and waving a finger. You should be more positive – a person overwhelmed at a computer. That’s not a real barrier – a manger brushing off an employee’s access needs. We all have things to overcome – a manger lecturing someone. Stop overthinking it – an angry manager with their arms crossed. It will be easier tomorrow – a person sitting at a desk as thought the barrier will have magically faded. Can’t you just push through? – a manger pushing a team member. Have you considered yoga? – an employee doing a yoga pose. You should be grateful – a manager surrounded by corporate icons. The tone is sarcastic, critiquing how some of my past managers often minimise real access barriers by offering patronising or unrealistic advice instead of meaningful support.
Adjustment process isn’t fit for purpose
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “12 Signs Your Adjustment Process Isn’t Fit for Purpose”, set on an off-black background. Features a colourful 3×4 grid of curved squares with icons and text labels: “Only one way to request” – computer monitor; “No guidance for employees” – speech bubble with question mark; “Delays in the process” – snail; “Decisions made without the person” – two figures, one crossed out; “No clear timeline” – calendar with question mark; “Lack of follow-up” – incomplete checklist; “Adjustments seen as a burden” – heavy weight; “No training for managers” – crossed-out graduation cap; “Adjustments denied without reason” – red cross over document; “Person has to chase progress” – running figure and clock; “No way to appeal decisions” – locked door; “Failure to review and follow up” – incomplete circular arrow.
Is your job description
disabling candidates
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Is Your Job Description Disabling Candidates?”, set on a dark background with colourful accents. Features 12 icons illustrating common barriers in job descriptions: “Unclear expectations” – person clutching head in frustration; “Jargon-heavy” – overwhelmed person at desk with confusing symbols; “Acronyms galore” – figure scratching head with question marks; “Unnecessary requirements” – professional looking confused; “Biased wording” – concerned person at screen; “Rigid experience demands” – wheelchair user at laptop; “No flexibility” – stressed figure juggling money and paperwork; “One-size-fits-all assessments” – person with headset struggling at computer; “No adjustments mentioned” – exhausted person with head on desk; “No salary transparency” – confused figure shrugging; “No accessibility info” – person at desk surrounded by thought bubbles; “No point of contact” – figure throwing papers in air.
How confident are your
hiring teams
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “How Disability Confident Are Your Hiring Teams? Do They:” set against a dark background with twelve colourful square icons arranged in a grid. Each icon features a distinct background colour with a black silhouette illustrating one of twelve aspects of disability-inclusive hiring practices. The statements read: 1. “Understand Adjustments” – showing a person assisting another with workplace tools. 2. “Have Sufficient Training” – depicting a person presenting to a group. 3. “Communicate Accessibility” – a figure speaking with an accessibility symbol beside them. 4. “Understand Ableism” – a person breaking free from a tangled web. 5. “Recognise Bias” – showing two people, one treated differently from the other. 6. “Provide Flexibility” – a person multitasking with work and personal items. 7. “Follow Up On Promises” – a figure ticking a checklist. 8. “Understand Accessibility” – a person navigating a ramp. 9. “Recognise Non-Visible Disabilities” – a person standing with symbols representing mental health. 10. “Champion Disability Awareness” – a person holding a megaphone with a disability symbol. 11. “Listen And Adapt To Needs” – two figures in conversation, one noting down ideas. 12. “Know The Adjustment Process” – a gear icon held by two people in collaboration. The consistent use of UK English, vibrant design, and inclusion-forward messaging underline the importance of confident, informed, and accessible hiring practices.
Disability inclusion
is a necessity
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Disability Inclusion is a Necessity in the Workplace,” set on a dark background with bright colourful stick-person icons and statements: “It’s future-proofing” – person sitting in adapted bed working; “It creates equity” – figure holding balanced scales; “It fosters belonging” – person with cane navigating happily; “It drives innovation” – person with thought bubble; “It improves retention” – parent holding child while delivering meeting; “It enhances well-being” – person meditating with calming energy; “It increases market reach” – wheelchair user engaging with website; “It sparks change” – person balancing on unicycle juggling; “Sets an example” – confident person pointing forward; “It removes barriers” – person using computer with screen reader; “Helps unlearn ableism” – person using desktop computer; “It’s more than the right thing” – group of diverse people.
Workplaces you
disable me
ID: A Disabled By Society infographic titled “You disable me” with a dark background and colourful text. The graphic features five statements highlighting accessibility barriers in employment, each accompanied by three stick-figure icons representing visible and non-visible disabilities. The statements read: “When your website isn’t accessible,” “When your recruitment process isn’t accessible,” “When you delay or don’t provide adjustments,” “When your hiring teams don’t understand disability,” and “When you don’t develop, promote, or retain me.” At the bottom, the phrase “You disable me” appears in white and blue. The Disabled By Society logo is in the bottom right corner.
Intersectionality & Intersecting Identities
Being LGBTQIA+ isn’t a choice
ID: A Disabled by Society infographic titled “Being LGBTQIA+ isn’t a choice. But.” It features twelve illustrated boxes, with a short caption, they read: “Being lesbophobic is” – two women holding hands and holding a pride flag. “Being homophobic is” – two men holding hands with rainbow flags. “Being biphobic is” – a diverse group holding a bisexual pride flag. “Being transphobic is” – two people dancing with the transgender pride flag. “Being interphobic is” – two people holding the intersex pride flag. “Being acephobic is” – two people, one in a wheelchair, stand side by side. “Being hateful is” – a person crossing their arms with an angry expression. “Being exclusionary is” – a person looking at a redacted profile photo. “Being discriminatory is” – hands pointing fingers at a person with a pride flag. “Being dismissive is” – one person shouting at another who appears taken aback. “Being ignorant is” – a person being ignorant to what’s happening around them. “Being violent is” – a man yelling at a woman who is cowering
Don’t ever apologise for being you
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled, “Don’t ever apologise for being you”. Below the title are 12 illustrated squares, each with a positive affirmation and an inclusive illustration. The illustrations show diverse representation in terms of race, gender expression, body type, and Disability. Take up space – A group of diverse people smiling, holding a rainbow flag. Say the thing – Two people talking, one using a wheelchair. Laugh out loud – Two people laughing together. Share your truth – Two dads hugging their child. Be unapologetic – Two friends high-fiving. Own your story – A person draped in a rainbow flag proudly spreading their arm on the shoulders of another person. Take the mic – A male presenting person striding confidently with a rainbow flag cape and heels. Feel your feelings – A smiling person wrapped in a trans flag. Set boundaries – A person sitting on the floor reading a book. Show up – Two people walking, one carrying the other on their back with rainbow accessories. Say no without guilt – A person standing confidently using forearm crutches. Hold your power – Two people standing strong side by side, one wearing sunglasses.
Make Pride month
accessible
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Make Pride Month Accessible & Inclusive for Disabled People,” set on a dark background with a dripping Progress Pride flag in the top right. Shows 12 colorful icons with stylized illustrations and captions suggesting inclusive practices: “Represent Disability” – person using crutches; “Make Marketing Accessible” – gay couple, one with a guide dog; “Ensure Events Are Accessible” – stylish person with white cane and guide dog; “Include Disabled People in Planning” – person using laptop with Pride sticker; “Provide Sign Interpreters” – two people signing at a table; “Provide Live Captioning” – two people chatting; “Make Spaces Physically Accessible” – gay couple, one with a walking aid and limb difference; “Provide Sensory-Friendly Options” – person with prosthetic arm walking away from sensory overload; “Offer In-Person and Online Access” – gay couple taking a selfie; “Share Access Info In Advance” – wheelchair user gesturing; “Be Open and Flexible” – two people holding hands, one using a cane; “Amplify Disabled LGBTQ+ Voices” – seated person with limb difference.
Pride at the
intersection of
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Pride at the Intersection of Disability and LGBTQIA+” on a dark background with a rainbow-gradient banner. Features 12 colorful icons with stylized illustrations representing queer disabled experiences. Captions include: The Need to Come Out Twice – person seeing different gender in mirror; You Can’t Pick Parts of Us – two people living fully; LGBTQIA+ Spaces Aren’t Always Safe – person with Trans flag; Pride Without Access Isn’t Pride – couple with guide dog; We Don’t Owe You Disclosure – three friends together; Existing Is Resistance – two people strutting confidently; Our Existence Is Not Up for Debate – person using wheelchair; We’re Not a Side Note – couple wrapped in Pride flags; Visibility Can Still Mean Exclusion – older queer friend group; Queer Joy Is Disabled Joy – wheelchair user holding glowing heart; We Exist Year-Round – diverse group with visible/invisible disabilities; Pride Doesn’t Always Feel Prideful – couple holding hands, one with white cane.
Pride month isn’t
just a celebration
ID: Graphic by Disabled by Society titled “Pride Month isn’t just a celebration, it is:”, set on a dark background with a rainbow gradient top. Features 12 colorful icons in a 4×3 grid, each illustrating meanings of Pride Month: a raised fist with a Progress Pride flag (protest), diverse community including wheelchair user and service dog, protest signs reading “EQUAL RIGHTS” (equality), a rainbow-colored fist (inclusion), two people in Pride flag capes (justice), people holding trans flags (honoring history), defiant protest with raised fist (against aggression), cheering crowd with flags (visibility), dancing figures (queer joy), hands forming heart with rainbow wristbands (legacy), smiling person waving Pride flag (self-definition), and hands holding trans flag (hope). Disabled by Society logo in the top right corner.
Disabled people
can be
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Disabled People Can Be:”, on a dark background with a rainbow gradient top. Shows 12 colorful icons in a 4×3 grid, each featuring disabled individuals representing LGBTQIA+ identities. Captions include: Lesbian – two women, one with a white cane; Gay – two men, one guiding a service dog; Bisexual – person in a wheelchair hugged by partner; Trans – person in a wheelchair holding a glowing heart; Queer – confident person with stylish hair and nail polish; Questioning – two cane users holding hands; Pansexual – person with guide dog and sunglasses; Asexual – smiling person with a pink walker; Non-Binary – two people chatting, one using ASL; Straight – a couple hugging; Two-Spirit – two people talking; Plus – two people running, one with Down Syndrome. Disabled by Society logo appears in the top right. Affirms disabled people exist across all sexual and gender identities.
Why isn’t there a
straight Pride
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Why isn’t there a Straight Pride? Because…”, set on a dark background with a dripping Progress Pride flag in the top right. Features 12 colorful icons in a grid, each illustrating straight privilege: marching band (every day is straight pride), judge (being straight was never illegal), person made homeless (no one kicked out for coming out straight), prison bars (no one jailed for being straight), speaker at podium (no need to come out as straight), wedding couple (no protests against straight weddings), therapist (no straight conversion therapy), tagged body (no one killed for being straight), hands holding safely (straight hand holding is safe), person on bench (no one asks if being straight is a phase), pointing crowd (no one outed straight kids), stack of books (straight history isn’t being erased).
Mental Health & Neurodivergence
Internalised Ableism part of mental healh
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Make internalised ableism part of the mental health conversation”, set on a dark background. Features 12 colourful icons with headings suggesting ways to include internalised ableism in mental health discussions: pink thumbs-up – “Acknowledge it exists”; green handshake – “Partner with Disability charities and NGOs”; purple person presenting – “Include in mental health training”; yellow network – “Collaborate with Disability groups”; light blue ID card – “Support identity affirmation”; orange question mark – “Normalise asking for support”; pink overwhelmed person – “Address shame and self-blame”; green megaphone user – “Promote self-advocacy skills”; purple person in wheelchair receiving help – “Avoid inspiration tropes”; yellow gears – “Discuss systemic ableism”; blue hands holding group – “Build inclusive peer spaces”; orange money and gear – “Provide accessible resources”.
Being neurodivergent
is/ isn’t
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic divided into two sections. The first section, titled “Things that being Neurodivergent is,” has a dark background and features six statements inside rounded rectangles with checkmark icons: “A brain that processes information differently,” “A spectrum of unique experiences,” “A unique perspective on the world,” “Unique strengths and challenges,” “A valid and natural part of human diversity,” and “Something to be embraced.” The second section, titled “Things that being Neurodivergent is not,” is set on a grey background and lists six statements: “A phase or something to ‘grow out of’,” “Something that needs to be ‘fixed’,” “A one-size-fits-all experience,” “Just about struggles, it includes strengths too,” “A weakness or flaw,” and “A reason to exclude people.”
Creators to follow Neurodiversity
ID: promotional Disabled by Society graphic with a dark background and colourful accents highlighting twelve diverse creators to follow for Neurodiversity Celebration Week. The title features bold, colourful typography emphasising “Creators,” “Neurodiversity,” and “Celebration Week.” Twelve creators’ names and photos are displayed, each framed in a different vibrant colour: Dr Samantha Hiew, Matt Gupwell, Kala Allen Omeiza, Theo Smith, Tumi Sotire, Dr Nancy Doyle, Melanie Costas, Parul Singh, Nathan Chung, Prof Amanda Kirby, Sonny J Wise, and Praveen Kolluguri.
Things I’ve been told
when sharing
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “Things I’ve been told when sharing I’m AuDHD,” with “Things” and “AuDHD” highlighted in yellow. Below are twelve outlined speech bubbles containing common dismissive statements: 1. “It’s a trend.” 2. “It’s overdiagnosed.” 3. “Everyone is a little bit.” 4. “But you’re an adult.” 5. “You can’t be.” 6. “You can communicate, though.” 7. “Everyone wants to be something.” 8. “But I know someone else and they don’t.” 9. “You seem normal to me.” 10. “You can just take pills.” 11. “Isn’t that for wee boys.” 12. “But you’re so smart, how can you be.” At the bottom, bold text reads: “Don’t be the reason someone hesitates to share again,” with “Don’t” and “share” highlighted in yellow.
Myths & Truths
Do this, not that:
Disability edition
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Do This, Not That: Disability Edition” on a dark background. Features 12 colourful boxes, each with stylised icons and paired advice showing what to do and what to avoid. Pairs include: “Acknowledge, don’t berate”; “Be curious, don’t invalidate”; “Don’t assume, always ask”; “Support, don’t try fix”; “Listen, don’t interrupt”; “Believe, don’t minimise”; “Respect boundaries, don’t push”; “Validate, don’t dismiss”; “Empower, don’t control”; “Make space, don’t take over”; “Create equity, don’t mirror equality”; and “Learn, don’t dismiss”.
Narratives to unlearn about Disability
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “12 Narratives to Unlearn About Disability”, set on a dark background with colourful icons debunking common myths: “Disability is a tragedy” – broken violin; “Productivity defines worth” – bar chart with upward arrow and gears; “Disabled people are a burden” – person carrying money bag labelled “Cost”; “Inclusion is optional” – hand pressing checkmark; “Disabled lives need fixing” – person running with wrench; “Access is a privilege” – stick figure inside a circle; “All disability is visible” – person in wheelchair; “Disability equals suffering” – person holding head with pain lines; “We ‘overcome’ disability” – person holding flag on mountain; “Independence means success” – hand holding waving flag; “Adjustments are special treatment” – hand adjusting scales; “Disability is not normal” – hand making “OK” gesture with sparkles.
Your toxic positivity is disabling, stop
ID: Disabled by Society graphic titled “Your Toxic Positivity is Disabling. Please Stop,” set on a dark background with bright colourful stick-person icons and statements: “It’s in your head” – person with shadow shouting; “You’ll overcome it” – figure clutching stomach and cane; “You’re so resilient” – person dressed as warrior; “You’re so inspirational” – person using crutches simply existing; “It’s mind over matter” – person speaking to confused other; “You need to think positive” – wheelchair user staring; “You don’t look Disabled” – person judging cane user; “You need to pray” – person praying; “It could be worse” – standing person pointing at wheelchair user; “Everyone has challenges” – person running away from comment; “But I know someone” – person gesturing talking to another; “It’s your superpower” – person proudly standing with cape.
Things that shouldn’t
shock you
ID: A Disabled by Society graphic titled “Things That Some Disabled People Do That Shouldn’t Shock You,” featuring colourful icons with text. The activities are: Drink Alcohol (woman holding a beer mug), Smoke (person smoking at a table with a laptop), Flirt Shamelessly (two people close, one leaning in), Break Hearts (person in a wheelchair holding a broken heart), Have Sex (two people embracing, one leg playfully raised), Have Partners (wheelchair user with partner in wedding dress), Stay Up Late (tired person looking at a clock), Curse Like Champions (wheelchair user with angry symbols in speech bubble), Party Like Rockstars (two people dancing with drinks), Have Kids (wheelchair user lifting a child), Study or Work (person typing at desk), Use Sarcasm As A Defence (person standing confidently with a smirk).
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