Disability Awareness: Do It Right!

Full Title: 
Disability Awareness: Do It Right!
Item Number: 
R3338
Publisher: 
Avocado Press, Inc.
Year: 
2006
Author: 
Johnson, Mary, ed.

Demonstrates ways to plan and carry out successful Awareness Day events that do not include stereotypes or overly simplistic solutions. Gives details on conducting six specific types of activities -- from setting a goal and objectives, to preparing an Awareness Day organizer and disabled escorts with the background they need, to strategies for ensuring "attitude change" on the part of non-disabled participants. Offers advice on marketing and media, follow-up discussion, and ongoing activism.

Language: 
English
Format: 
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