6 Ways School Staff Can Be Ableist Without Realizing It: And What to Do Instead

Ableism in schools is not always intentional. Sometimes it shows up in everyday expectations, assumptions, language, and practices that overlook disability-related needs. This free 12-page resource helps educators, school staff, families, advocates, and related professionals recognize common examples of unintentional ableism and consider more neuroaffirming alternatives. Inside, Dr. Huff explore six common areas where ableism can show up in schools, including.

The resource also provides practical reframes for moving toward autonomy, access, safety, communication, fluctuating capacity, and presumed competence rather than compliance and assumptions.

This resource is especially useful for:

• Teachers
• Special Educators
• School Administrators
• School Counselors
• Therapists
• Related Service Providers
• Special Education Advocates \
• Parents & Caregivers

The goal is not perfection. It is becoming more aware of the assumptions built into our practices so we can make different choices.

Unintentional ableism is still ableism. But when we recognize it, we can change our practice.

FREE PDF | 12 pages

Created by Dr. Destiny Huff, LPC | Destiny Huff Consulting