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The Big Ableism Policy Paper

The Big Aleism Policy Paper – PDF

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The Big Aleism Policy Paper – Easy Read

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Downloadable Graphics

Is your job description disabling candidates?

A Disabled by Society graphic called "Is your job description disabling candidates? The graphic is set on a dark background and has lots of pops of colour. Below the title, there are twelve colourful icons each represent a barrier within job descriptions, they read: 1. Unclear expectations – A person clutching their head in frustration. 2. Jargon-heavy – A person at a desk overwhelmed by confusing symbols. 3. Acronyms galore – A figure scratching their head with question marks. 4. Unnecessary requirements – A professional-looking figure confused by unclear criteria. 5. Biased wording – A person at a desk looking at a screen with a concerned posture. 6. Rigid experience demands – A wheelchair user working at a laptop. 7. No flexibility – A stressed figure juggling money and paperwork. 8. One-size-fits-all assessments – A person wearing a headset, struggling at a computer. 9. No adjustments mentioned – A person with their head on their desk, looking exhausted. 10. No salary transparency – A confused figure shrugging. 11. No accessibility info – A person sitting at a desk surrounded by thought bubbles. 12. No point of contact – A figure throwing papers in the air.

12 narratives to unlearn about Disability

A Disabled by Society graphic serving 12 narratives to unlearn about disability. The dark-themed design features colorful icons and text debunking common misconceptions: 1. "Disability is a tragedy" – A broken violin. 2. "Productivity defines worth" – A bar chart with an upward arrow and gears. 3. "Disabled people are a burden" – A person carrying a money bag labeled "Cost." 4. "Inclusion is optional" – A hand pressing a checkmark button. 5. "Disabled lives need fixing" – A person running with a wrench. 6. "Access is a privilege" – A stick figure inside a circle. 7. "All disability is visible" – A person in a wheelchair. 8. "Disability equals suffering" – A person holding their head with pain lines. 9. "We 'overcome' disability" – A person holding a flag on a mountain. 10. "Independence means success" – A hand holding a waving flag. 11. "Adjustments are special treatment" – A hand adjusting a scale. 12. "Disability is not normal" – A hand making an "OK" gesture with sparkles

Disability inclusion is a necessity in the workplace

A Disabled by Society serving, unlearning ableism! The graphic is set on a dark background with bright, vibrant pops of colour. The title reads: "Disability inclusion is a necessity in the workplace:" Below, there are 12 stick-person clipart icons, each with a statement: 1. It’s future-proofing – A person sitting in bed adapted to support them to work. 2. It creates equity – A figure holding balanced scales. 3. It fosters belonging – A person with a cane navigating happily. 4. It drives innovation – A person with a thought bubble above their head. 5. It improves retention – A parent holding their child as they deliver a meeting. 6. It enhances well-being – A person meditating, surrounded by calming energy. 7. It increases market reach – A wheelchair user engaging with a website. 8. It sparks change – A person balancing on a unicycle while juggling many things. 9. Sets an example – A confident person pointing forward. 10. It removes barriers – A person working on a computer that has a screen reader, or at least I’m imagining it does. 11. Helps unlearn ableism – A person using a desktop computer. 12. It’s more than the right thing – A group of diverse people.

Your toxic positivity is disabling. Please stop

A Disabled by Society serving, unlearning ableism! The graphic is set on a dark background with bright, vibrant pops of colour. The title reads: "Your toxic positivity is disabling. Please stop." Below, there are 12 stick-person clipart icons, each with a statement. 1. It’s in your head – A person stands as their shadow shouts at them. 2. You’ll overcome it – A figure clutches their stomach and cane. 3. You’re so resilient – A person dressed as a warrior because why not. 4. You’re so inspirational – A person using crutches just existing. 5. It’s mind over matter – A person speaking to another, who looks confused. 6. You need to think positive – A wheelchair user sat staring. 7. You don’t look Disabled – A person judging another using a cane. 8. You need to pray – A person stands praying. 9. It could be worse – A standing person points at a wheelchair user. 10. Everyone has challenges – A person with their mask off running the opposite way from this comment. 11. But I know someone – A person gestures while talking to another. 12. It’s your superpower – A person stands proudly with a cape.

Allyship isn’t riding in on your white horse

A Disabled by Society serving, allyship! The graphic is set on a dark background with bright, vibrant pops of colour. The title reads: "Allyship isn’t riding in on your white horse to save the day, it’s:" Below, there are 12 stick-person clipart icons, each with a statement: 1. Listening with intent – Two people stand together, one speaking. 2. Being open to learning – A person sits at a desk learning. 3. Taking accountability – A person sits at a desk with a laptop, making online content accessible. 4. Recognising your privilege – A person speaking to another who is using a wheelchair. 5. Amplifying voices – One person helps another up onto a higher platform. 6. Making space, not taking space – A person stands inside a clear box, representing holding space. 7. Passing the mic – A person hogging the mic. 8. Challenging ableism – A person shouts into a megaphone, advocating for change. 9. Speaking up, not over – A person reacts as another gestures, speaks over them angrily. 10. Acting, not just observing – A person with binoculars watches. 11. Uplifting, not overshadowing – A person who is centring themselves and their shadow has not become a superhero. 12. Continuous growth – A person climbs blocks, representing ongoing learning and progress.

12 Things Every Disabled Person Should Know

A Disabled by Society serving, allyship! The graphic is set on a dark background with bright, vibrant pops of colour. The title reads: "12 things every Disabled person should know:" Below, there are 12 stick-person clipart icons, each with a statement: 1. your rights – A blue icon of balanced scales. 2. You’re not the problem – An orange person sitting in distress. 3. Your voice matters – A person speaking at a podium to an audience. 4. You deserve to take space – A person in a wheelchair graduating. 5. It’s okay to rest – A person lying down sleeping. 6. Don’t police others’ identities – A person dressed as police holding a magnifying glass. 7. What ableism is – A person shouting at another. 8. And internalised ableism – A person standing with their arms crossed as their shadow appears confused. 9. It’s okay to ask for support – A person using crutches. 10. Community is powerful – A person pushing a wheelchair user forward. 11. Your experience is valid – A person holding with an IV drip. 12. You are enough – A short-stature person standing with their arms crossed.

Being Accessible Is Not About Doing the Right Thing

A Disabled by Society graphic with the title 'Being Accessible Is Not About Doing the Right Thing, It Is:' Below are nine colourful icons, each with a corresponding statement. They read: 1. Creates Equity – a green icon with three figures standing on platforms of different heights. 2. Inclusive Design – a yellow icon showing a hand holding media elements, including music notes, speech bubbles, and play icons. 3. Removes Barriers – a pink icon featuring a construction barrier. 4.  Represents Everyone – an orange icon with a pair of hands holding people. 5. Supports Independence – a purple icon of a person in a wheelchair using a computer. 6. Fostering Belonging – a light blue icon showing speech bubbles and figures interacting. 7. Includes Everyone – a pink icon with diverse people. 8. Good Business Sense – a yellow icon with an upward-trending graph. 9. A Human Right – a green icon of a hand holding balanced scales.

Inaccessible Content Habits To Unlearn In 2025

 A colourful vibrant Disabled by Society graphic. The title reads, “Inaccessible Content Habits To Unlearn In 2025:” Below are nine statements accompanied by icon clipart, they read: 1. Using Emojis As Bullet Points – an emoji sad face. 2. Inaccessible Captions – two Cs inside a speech bubble. 3. Relying On PDFs – PDF icon. 4. Ignoring Alt Text – A square with the word Alt written inside. 5. Forgetting Image Description – an image with text appearing beside it. 6. Not Checking Colour Contrast – a colour contrast icon, one side of a circle solid fille and the other patterned. 7. Not Using Plain Language – two speech bubbles with text. 8. Overusing Emojis – a thumbs down for emoji overuse. 9. Promoting Accessibility Inaccessibly – a escaltion mark, meant to be caution icon.

It’s a New Year, stop qssuming

A vibrant colourful Disabled by Society graphic. Set on an off-black background there are 12 colourful tiles which interchange between blue, yellow, pink, green, orange and purple. Inside each tile, a stick person represents visible or non-visible Disabilities. Below each tile, there is a statement. The title reads, “It’s A New Year, Stop Assuming:” The statements read: “Our Capabilities. Our Needs. We Can't Be. We’re Unemployable. We Don't Understand. We Don't Have Ambitions. We Are Incapable. Disability Defines Us. Our Worth. We’re Lazy. We Are The Problem. You Know Our Experience.”

You tell me Disabled is a negative word

A Disabled by Society branded graphic. Text reads, “You tell me Disabled is a negative word”. Below a person with their hands in the air outraged. Text continues, “And shame me for using it”. Below clipart of a stick person ringing a bell saying shame at another stick person who appears upset by the scene unfolding. It is giving Game of Thrones vibes shame shame shame. The text concludes, “But there’s only one thing negative about this exchange, and it isn’t how I’m self-identifying.”

Everyone’s Experience Of The Holiday Season Is Different.

A Disabled by Society graphic. Set on an off-black/ purplish background snowflakes run along the top of the page with our logo centred. The title reads, “Everyone’s Experience Of The Holiday Season Is Different. For Some, It Can Be:” Below are nine statements with accompanying stick people clipart placed in a rectangular squarish shape, they read: 1. Lonely – a person appearing sad as others run behind them. 2. Overwhelming – a person out shopping wearing a Christmas hat and face mask. 3. Joyful – a mum, dad and child spending time together. 4. Difficult – two people appear very upset as they cry. 5. Fun – two people dancing one is a wheelchair user. 6. Isolating – a person with their knees to their chest. 7. Stressful – a person shrugging and appearing confused. 8. Relaxing – a same-sex couple sat together on a sofa. 9. Just another day – a blind person with their guide dog and cane.

Tips to mke the Holidays more inclusive

A Disabled by Society graphic. Set on an off-black/ purplish background a border of Christmas stockings, candy canes and holly dangle from the top. The title reads, “Tips To Make The Holidays More Inclusive…”. Below are 9 curved squares with a statement and clipart which read, 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

A Disabled by Society graphic. Set on an off black/ purplish background snowflakes run along the top of the page and centered is the Disabled by Society logo. The title reads “Books To Curl Up To This Holiday Season”. Below are nine book covers with text reading the author and name of the book. They are: 1. The Anti-Ableist Manifesto - Tiffany Yu. 2. Bodily Belonging - Julie Harris. 3. The ‘My… Has…’ series - Alex Winstanley. 4. Autistic & Black - Kala Allen Omeiza.5. The Upper Hand - Chris Ruden. 6. Demystifying Disability - Emily Ladau. 7. Haben - Haben Girma. 8. Disability Is Human - Dr Stephanie Cawthon. 9. No Horn Unicorn - Dr Shani Dhanda.

When we tell you Disability isn’t always visible, what we mean is

A Disabled by Society graphic: An off-black background with colourful icons explaining that Disability isn’t always visible. The title reads, “When We Tell You Disability Isn’t Always Visible, What We Mean Is:” Below, twelve square icons with different colours represent various aspects of Disability, each accompanied by text: 1. Blue icon – A standing person with non-visible Disability: “You Won’t Always See It”.  2. Pink icon – A person in a wheelchair: “It Can Be Temporary”. 3. Green icon – A person with arms crossed: “It Can Be Permanent”. 4. Orange icon – A standing person with a prosthetic leg: “It Can Be Visible”. 5. Yellow icon – A person with a headache or distress: “It Can Be Non-Visible”. 6. Purple icon – A pregnant person: “It Can Be Situational”. 7. Dark blue icon – A blind person with a cane: “It Can Impact Anyone. 8. Pink icon – A person in a power wheelchair: “It’s Not Only What You See”. 9. Green icon – A seated person putting a prosthetic leg: “It Exists in Many Ways”. 10. Orange icon – A person with sensory overload: “It Can Differ Each Day”. 11. Yellow icon – Two men in tuxedos, getting married: “Disability Is Intersectional. 12. Purple icon – A blind person with a cane: “Disability Is Diverse”.

How Disability Confident are your hiring Teams?

A Disabled by Society graphic titled "How Disability Confident Are Your Hiring Teams? Do They:" followed by twelve icons, each representing a different aspect of disability-inclusive hiring practices. The icons have different background colours and contain black silhouettes illustrating each concept. The listed points are: 1. Understand Adjustments. 2. Have Sufficient Training. 3. Communicate Accessibility. 4. Understand Ableism. 5. Recognise Bias. 6. Provide Flexibility. 7. Follow Up On Promises. 8. Understand Accessibility. 9. Recognise Non-Visible Disabilities. 10. Champion Disability Awareness. 11. Listen And Adapt To Needs. 12. Know The Adjustment Process.

12 ways to show up for Disabled people

A Disabled by Society graphic with a dark background e titled: "12 Ways to Show Up for Disabled People". Below, twelve colourful square icons contain stylised stick-figure illustrations representing different ways to support Disabled people. They read: 1. "Recognise Your Privilege" (Blue icon) – A person looking at their reflection in a mirror, symbolising self-awareness. 2. "Use That Privilege" (Yellow icon) – Two hands holding a crown, representing leveraging privilege to support others. 3. "Design Accessibly" (Pink icon) – A person in glasses working at a drafting table, promoting accessibility in design. 4. "Be Respectful" (Green icon) – A handshake, symbolising respect and allyship. 5. "Don’t Ever Assume" (Orange icon) – A person gesturing with a percentage symbol above their head, representing the harm of assumptions. 6. "Educate Yourself on Ableism" (Purple icon) – A person struggling to reach a book on a high shelf, symbolising the effort needed to self-educate. 7. "Listen to Disabled People" (Light blue icon) – A person in a wheelchair being assisted by another person, encouraging active listening and support. 8. "Advocate for Accessibility" (Yellow icon) – A figure with open arms, representing advocacy and inclusion. 9. "Challenge Ableist Language" (Pink icon) – A person stepping forward confidently, symbolising pushing back against harmful language. 10. "Support Disability Rights" (Green icon) – A person holding a legal document and gavel, advocating for Disability rights. 11. "Make Spaces Inclusive" (Orange icon) – A person inside a transparent box, representing the need for accessible environments. 12. "Believe Disabled People" (Purple icon) – A person raising their hand and reading a book, reinforcing trust in Disabled voices.

Don’t say the ableist thing when we self-identify

A Disabled by Society graphic with a dark background features the title: "Don't Say The Ableist Thing When We Self-Identify" in bold white, blue, and yellow text. Below, twelve square icons, each with a unique colour, contain stylised stick-figure illustrations representing common ableist phrases. They read: 1. "You Don’t Look It" (Blue icon) – A figure scratching their head with question marks around them, implying disbelief. 2. "You Are Too Young" (Yellow icon) – A person using a white cane, representing an assumption that Disability only affects older people. 3. "But You’re Verbal" (Pink icon) – A person in a power wheelchair, addressing the misconception that verbal communication negates disability. 4. "But You Can See" (Green icon) – A person walking with a white cane, highlighting that blindness exists on a spectrum. 5. "But You Can Hear" (Orange icon) – Two people talking, with one gesturing, challenging the idea that hearing people can't be Disabled. 6. "You Can’t Be" (Purple icon) – A person with one hand raised, appearing to defend their identity, addressing disbelief in someone’s Disability. 7. "You Don’t Act Like It" (Light blue icon) – A person sitting on a bench with a thought cloud above their head, representing invisible Disabilities. 8. "You Don’t Sound It" (Yellow-orange icon) – A person speaking into a microphone, highlighting that Disability isn’t always audible. 9. "But You Can Walk" (Pink icon) – A person sitting in a wheelchair, pushing its wheels, addressing the assumption that mobility aid users must be unable to walk. 10. "But You Were Fine Yesterday" (Green icon) – A sick-looking figure with wavy lines above their head, representing fluctuating conditions. 11. "Everyone Gets Tired" (Orange icon) – A seated figure using a wheelchair next to another person sitting on the floor, dismissing fatigue-related Disabilities. 12."You’re Looking For Attention" (Purple icon) – Two figures, one raising their arms, challenging the stereotype that Disabled people seek validation or pity.

All we want for Valentine’s Day is

A Disabled by Society graphic. The title reads, titled 'All We Want for Valentine’s Day Is,' the title has two love hearts framed on the right side. A text logo for Disabled by Society sits on the top right corner. Below are 12 colourful boxes with colourful clipart and a statement. 1. Accessible Dates: Two people at a table, one in a wheelchair. 2. A Seat at the Table: People sitting around a table. 3. No Awkward Stares: Two figures standing together staring. 4. Real Conversations: Two people sitting and gesturing in conversation. 5. To Be Heard: A person using a white cane. 6. A Partner, Not a Caregiver: A couple dancing, one in a wheelchair. 7. Respect for Boundaries: A person stepping away as another reaches out to grab them. 8. Spaces Without Barriers: A person in a wheelchair next to a staircase and an elevator. 9. Acceptance for Who We Are: A person sitting in a wheelchair, looking confident. 10. Adaptive Creativity: A person with their arms crossed, standing strong. 11. Disability Love Represented: A couple, one in a wheelchair, dressed for a wedding. 12. To Be Single If We Choose: A person sitting alone at a desk, writing.

Things that some Disabled people do that shouldn’t shock you

A Disabled by Society graphic titled 'Things That Some Disabled People Do That Shouldn’t Shock You,' with colourful icons and text. Each activity is represented with a colourful icon and phrase. 1. Drink Alcohol: A woman holding a beer mug. 2. Smoke: A person sitting at a table smoking with a laptop. 3. Flirt Shamelessly: Two people standing close, one leaning in to flirt. 4. Break Hearts: A person in a wheelchair holding a broken heart. 5. Have Sex: Two people embracing, one with a leg playfully raised. 6. Have Partners: A person in a wheelchair with a partner wearing a wedding dress. 7. Stay Up Late: A person looking at a clock, tired. 8. Curse Like Champions: A person in a wheelchair with angry symbols in a speech bubble. 9. Party Like Rockstars: Two people dancing with drinks in their hands. 10. Have Kids: A person in a wheelchair lifting a child. 11. Study or Work: A person standing at a desk typing on a computer. 12. Use Sarcasm As A Defense: A person standing confidently with a smirk.

Accessibility is my love language

A Disabled by Society graphic with the title "Accessibility is my Love Language..." in blue and white text, surrounded by pink heart outlines. Below the title, there are nine icons, each with a neon blue line drawing inside a pink-bordered square. Each icon represents a benefit of accessibility, they read, 1. Creates Equity – Three figures standing on different height platforms, ensuring equal height. 2. Fosters Belonging – Hands holding a group of people. 3. Empowers People – Hands holding a heart with people inside. 4. Breaks Barriers – A hand breaking through a barrier. 5. Promotes Understanding – A head with a magnifying glass showing a checkmark.6. Elevates Disabled Voices – Three figures, one using a wheelchair, raising their arms. 7. Shows Respect – Two hands forming a heart shape. 8. Creates Trust – Hands passing a heart between them. 9. Has A Domino Effect – Three falling domino pieces.

Roses are red, ableism is real

A Disabled by Society graphic with a dark background and pink-themed elements. The top features a heart-shaped bunting and the Disabled by Society logo. The main text reads “Roses Are Red, Ableism Is Real, If You Don’t Unlearn It, Society Will Fail..” Below, nine pink icons with white text represent different aspects of accessibility and inclusion: 1. Include Disabled Voices – An icon of a person with a crutch. 2. Attract Diverse Talent – An icon of a magnifying glass over three people. 3. Represent Human Diversity – An icon of people forming a circular pattern. 4. Accommodate Ageing Needs – An icon of an elderly couple with walking aids. 5. Embrace Difference – An icon of a signpost with arrows pointing in different directions. 6. Challenge Systemic Bias – An icon of a person holding scales. 7. Create Equity – An icon of balanced scales with different-sized weights. 8. Invest in Inclusion – An icon of hands holding a group of people. 9. Unlearn Outdated Beliefs – An icon of a person reading, with a speech bubble. The design uses bold and creative visuals to reinforce the message of unlearning ableism and fostering inclusion.

I’m Disabled, that doesn’t mean you need to

A Disabled by Society graphic, set on a dark background, titled: "I'm Disabled, That Doesn't Mean You Need To:” Below this, nine colourful icons with accompanying text illustrate behaviours that people should avoid when interacting with Disabled individuals. These behaviours include: 1. (Blue icon) "Change Your Tone" – A person speaking differently to another person. 2. (Yellow icon) "Talk To The Person With Me" – A person ignoring a Disabled person and talking to their companion instead. 2. (Pink icon) "Feel Sorry For Me" – One person patting another on the back sympathetically. 4. (Green icon) "Help Without Being Asked" – A person assisting another without consent. 5. (Purple icon) "Touch Without Consent" – Someone pushing a wheelchair user without permission. 6. (Orange icon) "Avoid Interaction" – A person walking away from another who is trying to engage.7. (Pink icon) "Over Explain Simple Things" – A person speaking slowly and exaggeratingly to another. 8. (Blue icon) "Act Uncomfortable" – A confused-looking person with a question mark above their head. 9. (Yellow icon) "Make Assumptions" – A person thinking with a percentage symbol, representing assumptions.

Things I’ve heard when sharing I’m Registered Blind

A Disabled by Society graphic called, “Things I’ve Heard When Sharing I’m Registered Blind:”. Below the title, there are twelve square icons, each with a different colour background and a black stick-figure illustration representing common misconceptions or comments faced by blind and partially sighted people. Each icon has accompanying text they read: 1. (Yellow background) A person pointing to their eye while another stands beside them. Text: “Can you see this?” 2. (Pink background) A hand holding up two fingers. Text: “How many fingers is this?” 3. (Green background) A person pointing at another wearing glasses. Text: “Can you hear better?” 4. (Orange background) A person sitting while another looms over them, seemingly questioning. Text: “Where’s your cane?” 5. (Blue background) A person leaning toward another aggressively. Text: “Where’s your guide dog?” 6. (Purple background) A person waving their hand in front of another’s face. Text: “But you can see me!” 7. (Yellow background) A person touching another’s face. Text: “I wouldn’t have known!” 8. (Pink background) A person raising their arms in frustration. Text: “You don’t look it!” 9. (Green background) Two people standing; one looking shocked while the other points at their eyes. Text: “But your eyes aren’t weird?” 10. (Orange background) One person whispering to another. Text: “Can you smell better?” 11. (Blue background) A person with a cape and sunglasses. Text: “Are you like Daredevil?” 12. (Purple background) A person pointing at another who looks distressed. Text: “I don’t believe you!”

Universally designed items we benefit from every day

A Disabled by Society graphic titled “Universally Designed Items We Benefit from Every Day”. Below are 12 colourful icons with examples read: 1. Voice assistants (Siri, Alexa…) (yellow microphone). 2. Automatic doors (pink automatic door). 3. Subtitles & captions (green speech bubble). 4. Ramps & lifts (orange wheelchair user on a ramp). 5. Touchless taps (blue hand about to press a sensor, but they don't need to, happens all the time to me). 6. Adjustable desks & chairs (purple person using a height-adjustable desk). 7. Velcro fastenings (yellow Velcro strips). 8. Audiobooks/ e-books (pink headphones and an open book). 9. Ergonomic keyboards (green ergonomic keyboard). 10. Smart home technology (orange house and connected devices). 11. Grip utensils (blue gripped whisk and spatula). 12. Electric toothbrushes (purple electric toothbrushes).

Being neurodivergent is/ is’nt

A Disabled by Society graphic. The image is divided into two sections. The first section is titled “Things that being Neurodivergent is”, and is set on a dark background. Below are six statements inside a rounded rectangle with a checkmark icon, they read 1. A brain that processes information differently. 2. A spectrum of unique experiences. 3. A unique perspective on the world. 4. Unique strengths and challenges. 5. A valid and natural part of human diversity. 6. Something to be embraced. Section two is Things that being Neurodivergent is not set on a grey background. Again six statements read: 1. A phase or something to “grow out of”. 2. Something that needs to be “fixed”. 3. A one-size-fits-all experience. 4. Just about struggles, it includes strengths too. 5. A weakness or flaw. 6. A reason to exclude people.

Creators to follow this Neurodiversity Celebration Week

A promotional graphic for "Creators to follow this Neurodiversity Celebration Week," presented by Disabled by Society. The design features a dark background with colorful accents highlighting the names and photos of twelve diverse creators: 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. Each person’s image is framed in a different vibrant color. The title includes bold and colorful typography, emphasizing "Creators," "Neurodiversity," and "Celebration Week."

As a Disabled person, it’s never been more important to

A Disabled by Society graphic with a dark background and colourful icons and text. The title reads: “As a Disabled person, it’s never been more important to:” Below there are twelve square icons with text, each in different colours: 1. (Blue icon of an alarm clock) “Make time for you”. 2. (Yellow icon of a person speaking at a podium with microphones) “Share your experiences”. 3. (Green icon of two hands holding a heart) “Protect yourself”. 4. (Orange icon of scales of justice) “Know your rights”. 5. (Purple icon of a person wearing a headset) “Seek support if needed”. 6. (Pink icon of three people being held by two hands) “Connect with community”. 7. (Blue icon of a person sitting with their arms wrapped around their knees) “Remember you’re not alone”. 8. (Yellow icon of a person with open arms in a circle) “Speak up for accessibility”. 9. (Green icon of a person holding up books and papers) “Educate others”. 10. (Orange icon of a wheelchair user moving between two arrows) “Set boundaries”. 11. (Purple icon of a party hat with confetti and stars) “Celebrate the wins”. 12. (Pink icon of a hand holding a heart) “Prioritise your well-being”.

Things I’ve been told when sharing I’m AuDHD

A Disabled by Society graphic, titled: “Things I’ve been told when sharing I’m AuDHD,” with “Things” and “AuDHD” highlighted in yellow. Below, twelve outlined speech bubbles contain common dismissive or invalidating 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.