December

Power of Ableism

Annually on December 3rd, International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated. In 1992, the United Nations General Assembly established IDPD as a day of celebrating the achievements and contributions of people with disabilities, learning from their experiences, and taking actions to create a more inclusive world. See how others are celebrating by following #IDPD on social media!

AbilityBring the voices of people with diverse abilities into your classroom, and create a learning environment that rejects ableism. From lessons on art, activism and physical disabilities to a feature story about new developments in deaf education, our resources will help your students embrace diverse abilities and understand the injustices people with disabilities often encounter.

Explore the history of disability rights and movement, services for people with disabilities, and ideas for charity fundraising. Download logos, posters, email signatures, and website banners to show your support.

Explore five uplifting stories from Paralympians through an interactive WebXR experience. Each story centers on an athlete and the emotions that define their most challenging and rewarding moments, presented in a way to change perceptions of disabilities.

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