Identity First Language: Two Branches from the Same Tree

Event

Dr. Mary Lee Vance will provide a brief history of the intersection of racism and ableism that ultimately led to the Disability Rights Movement. She will share personal stories of her background, address the significance of Identity v People First Language, inspiration porn Universal Design and other topics that influence how individuals identify with disability and diversity.

Wednesday, April 20, 1:00PM – ​2:30PM 

Zoom: https://lbcc-edu.zoom.us/j/93896794323 


GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
Please note for Accommodations: At least 72 hours prior to the event, (562) 938-4558 (voice), (562) 353-4217 (videophone), & dsps-staff@lbcc.edu // Sign Language Interpreting, please contact Stephanie Bonales at sbonales@lbcc.edu or (562) 938-4918.
Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services, 5 business days prior to the event, please contact HR Analyst: Jaymee Hunt 562-938-4547 | j2hunt@lbcc.edu or Sonia Leticia Vélez 562.938.4323 | svelez@lbcc.edu. *requests are based on provider availability*