Read this article from Kathie
Snow thoroughly before proceeding. She states, "Instead
of focusing on the 'problems' or the label of a person, we need
to open our eyes a little wider and recognize and celebrate the
abilities, strengths, talents, interests, and dreams of those who
have been labeled. Isn't that what we do for ourselves and others
who have not been labeled? When was the last time you broadcast
all your problems to the world? Don't you share your strengths instead?"
Tom
Ball
Tom shares his perspective on People First Language. How might another person's perspective differ? Support Brokers must honor and respect the viewpoints of all the people they work with.
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HELPING OTHERS UNDERSTAND PEOPLE FIRST
LANGUAGE
The Idaho Council on Developmental Disabilities has created an easy to read brochure on People First Language. Click on the image below to download and print this helpful document. Feel free to use this brochure as a teaching tool when building community connections and resource development.
QUIZ
Now that you have reviewed all of the material in this section, click
on the quiz below, download and print the quiz questions. This self-
test provides an opportunity to apply what you have learned in this
section. Before moving on, you should be able to answer at least four
out of five questions correctly. If you are unable to do so, we
recommend that you return to the section and review the material more
carefully to fully understand the requirements for Support Brokers.
Good Luck!
This website offers articles, pdf forms, and a resource catalog
of Disability Is Natural publications including a web newsletter.
Kathie Snow is a tremendous advocate for families, inclusive education,
as well as adults with disabilities.
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