Disability
Non-disabled and persons with disabilities are represented as central characters in our curricular materials, including in leadership roles. Characters with and without disabilities are shown interacting together, and various disabilities are represented. Positive qualities such as leadership, intelligence, courage, and integrity are represented across individuals and groups. Self-advocacy, independence, and helping students meet their highest potential are continuously reflected in our materials.
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Character ExamplesView a sample from our character library to see how we represent disability and neurodiversity in our illustrations. This is a small sample – new illustrations are continuously added to our library! | |
Curriculum ExamplesThese samples demonstrate a few ways we represent disability in our curricular materials and rotating content. | |
Visual Support ExampleThese samples demonstrate a few ways we represent disability in our student-facing visual supports. | |
Workshop ExampleDuring workshops and trainings, our goal is to represent disability and neurodiversity in a positive way by highlighting strengths and ensuring our content reflects the interests of those in the autism and disability community. We aim to amplify the voices of the disability community in our training materials. | |
Marketing ExampleWe strive to represent our DEI values in our external communications, including marketing, newsletters, and social media. | |
Feedback FormSTAR Autism Support is continuously working to improve inclusivity and representation in our products to ensure all students, staff, and educators can identify with our materials. Additionally, we are always looking for ways to move our growth, from product to practice. |