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Don’t “Try Out” a Disability, and Other Actions for Allies

A newsletter focused on disability allyship in the workplace, covering five practical actions: avoiding disability simulations, listening patiently to people who stutter, using italics sparingly for accessibility, asking before helping someone with a disability, and preferring the term 'disabled' over 'differently-abled'. Each tip is grounded in guidance from disability advocates and lived experiences.

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Jul 11•6m read time•From code.likeagirl.io
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2. Listen patiently to stutterers3. Use italics sparinglyGet Better Allies® ’s stories in your inbox4. Ask before helping5. Community Spotlight: Avoid saying “differently-abled”
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