Last Updated on October 29, 2023
The Ageless and Able Project Team is hosting another session on Ableism on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 1:30 – 3 p.m. in the Gallery in Charlestown Square. Ableism may be a new term for many since it was recorded in 1981.
Ableism refers to discrimination or prejudice against individuals with disabilities, often stemming from societal misconceptions, stereotypes, or ignorance. Ableism, either subtly or directly, portrays individuals who are being defined by their disabilities as inherently inferior to nondisabled people. Beth Haller, Ph.D. will be our speaker to set the stage for the topic: Ableism & Ageism: How They Play Out in Mass Media.
She is Co-founder/Co-director, Global Alliance for Disability in Media and Entertainment and Professor Emerita, Mass Communication Dept., Towson University,
Examples of ableist language include derogatory terms like “cripple,” “retard,” which perpetuate harmful stereotypes. Subtle microaggressions, such as assuming disabled individuals are always in need of assistance or pity, contribute to ableism. We hope learning about ableism will raise awareness, encourage respectful language, and promote accessibility.
Call or text Ann MacKay or use email registration on MyErickson. Ann’s contact information can be found in the Resident Directory, available on MyErickson. The link to the email registration form can be found on MyErickson > Charlestown Residents’ Council > Ableism Session Registration Link Oct. 17
~ Sponsored by Resident Life DIB Subcommittee, Ageless & Able Project~
If you want the recap of the July 25 Disrupt Aging session, go to MyErickson > Community Videos > Community Presentations> DIB > Disrupt Ageism.