This October, the Intercultural Center is partnering with the Educational Support and Disability Services (ESDS) office for a series of events in honor of Disability Justice and Awareness Month. Disability justice is a social movement and framework that examines ableism as a structure of oppression and the ways ableism intersects with other forms of oppression. We hope this month serves to raise awareness of the diverse needs, experiences, and contributions of people with disabilities and to encourage students, staff, and faculty at UMB to incorporate disability justice into their everyday practice.
Make sure to check out the events in honor of Disability Justice and Awareness Month at UMB below!
The Table Dialogue: Disability is Not a Monolith
Wednesday, Oct. 18 I 12-1 p.m. I Virtual - Zoom I Register here
In this month's dialogue, we'll focus on unpacking dominant narratives that tend to conflate the diverse experiences of people with disabilities. In doing so, we'll hold space to acknowledge and uplift experiences that are often erased or pushed to the margins.
Students with Disabilities Community Social Hour
Wednesday, Oct. 25 I 12-1 p.m. I Suite 311, SMC Campus Center (621 W. Lombard St.) I Register here
Take a break and grab lunch while decorating faux pumpkins and connecting with other students with disabilities at UMB.
A Student's Guide for Professors: Engaging with Disability in Higher Education
Monday, Oct. 30 I 12-1:30 p.m. I Virtual - Zoom I Register here
Ally Clayton, a recent University of Maryland School of Social Work alum, returns to UMB to provide a sensitivity training for faculty and other individuals interested in learning how to best support students with disabilities as they navigate higher education.