An Introduction to Disability Studies
Jen DeMesquita (nee Sanders) ((She/Her/Hers) or (Ze/Zir/Zirs))
Jen DeMesquita (nee Sanders) ((She/Her/Hers) or (Ze/Zir/Zirs))
The a11y community is rich in technical knowledge, but what about knowledge of larger disability issues? Understanding the disabled experience is more than knowing about the WCAG! In this presentation, Jen (a masters student in disability studies) will give an introduction to the academic field of disability studies, its core concepts, some important figures and events in the field, and how this knowledge can impact how you approach your digital accessibility work.