Online Modules Bias and Microaggressions: Impact, Prevention and Intervention Building Inclusivity Through Anti-Racism Historical Review of Racism in Canada Transforming Power and Privilege Unpacking and Addressing 2SLGBTQIA+ Oppression Unpacking and Addressing Ableism Unpacking and Addressing Ageism Unpacking and Addressing Anti-Asian Racism Unpacking and Addressing Anti-Black Racism Unpacking and Addressing Anti-Indigenous Racism Unpacking and Addressing Antisemitism Unpacking and Addressing Islamophobia Unpacking and Addressing Sexism and Misogyny

Unpacking and Addressing Ableism

Ableism is a pervasive issue that affects individuals with disabilities in various aspects of their lives. It often forces them to downplay their identities for psychological and physical survival, especially when intersecting with other forms of oppression. This erasure of identity can lead to significant personal costs, as individuals navigate environments that do not fully recognize or accommodate their needs. This module explores ableism, the discrimination and marginalization of people with disabilities, focusing on its social and cultural contexts. Participants will examine how ableism manifests in everyday life, from language to institutional barriers, and its intersection with other forms of oppression such as racism and sexism. Through case studies and reflective questions, participants will learn to identify ableist practices and attitudes, develop strategies for challenging ableism, and promote accessibility and inclusivity in their personal and professional spaces.

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

Understand how ableism operates in social, cultural and institutional contexts
Recognize how ableism can intersect with other forms of oppression and contribute to identity erasure
Develop strategies to challenge ableist practices and promote accessibility and inclusion in personal and professional spaces

Program Information

This module counts toward the Anti-Oppression Certificate Program offered by the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Western
This module is offered in an asynchronous format; 100% online
This module takes approximately 2 hours to complete
This module is free for all Western students and employees

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