pwd in the library
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PWD (people with disabilities)in the library
S Bryce KozlaWashington County Cooperative Library Services
Twitter: @plsanders
Digital handout:
http://bit.ly/PWDLIBS
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A few definitions
Here are a few definitions of terms I’ll use today:
Able-bodied/Neurotypical(also “abled”)
Neurodivergent
AB Narrative
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Hello!I’m BryceI’m a disabled person with cerebral palsy!
I work in libraries and I’m a library patron.
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DISABILITIESIN THE LIBRARYTOP 5 THINGS
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Consider yourself a disability ally.
🔸The disability community is a marginalized group
🔸Diversity in your collections
🔸A welcoming environment (not patronizing)
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Talk directly to your patrons🔸If someone cannot speak, they still are
able to communicate, even if it’s through a caregiver
🔸Get down on the patron’s level (if they’re comfortable)
🔸Speak clearly as you would to an abled patron
🔸#EndtheAwkward videos for more tips
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Make no assumptions
🔸Ask everyone IF you can help
🔸Then ask HOW
🔸BELIEVE what they communicate about their abilities
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Make your programming accessible
🔸Invite parents and caregivers to attend programs
🔸Rethink races/performances so that a group’s outcome is not dependent on one person
🔸Have a few different ways to interact with the program
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Exceed ADA Compliance
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Promote Universal Design
🔸Look around for ways to improve your space and service for PWD
🔸Connect that change to a convenience for all patrons
🔸Most curbs at stoplights now exceed ADA compliance due to universal design!
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Accessibility series
Starting in November, BDP will feature periodic stories and tips by disabled library staff and users
brycedontplay.blogspot.com
Logo designed by Chris Frantz at On A Roll Designs
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In conclusion
🔸Disabled people are real people
🔸Our lives are not extraordinary just because we exist
🔸We are in your library patrons.
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Thanks!Any questions?S Bryce [email protected]: brycedontplay.blogspot.comDigital Handout: bit.ly/PWDLIBS