Interrupting ableism

Topic: Examines ableism as a system of oppression and uncovers the ways it has shaped our perspectives, including why interrupting ableism and practicing meaningful allyship is our collective responsibility.

Level: Introductory

Standard length: 120 minutes

Objective: Provides learners with an exploration of allyship, including strategies for being an active bystander and practicing useful skills, such as navigating missteps and responding to situations where ableism is present.

By the end of the session, learners will be able to:

• Define terms such as ableism, unconscious bias, allyship, and active bystander
• Understand the role of allyship in interrupting ableism and promoting inclusion
• Practice essential allyship skills, with the goal of fostering a more inclusive and equitable workplace culture