The Ableist and Racist/Anti-semitic Act of Co-opting Logos
Often in history, there are symbols that have a specific meaning. It can be especially sacred to an ethnic group or considered a hate symbol to another. Quite often, these symbols are co-opted by another group, used within white supremacy. It is racist and in some cases, ableist. Black Lives Matter Logo was Co-opted by… Continue reading The Ableist and Racist/Anti-semitic Act of Co-opting Logos
Problematic Professional: Tony Attwood
Tony Attwood is a well known psychologist who concentrated his career in Aspergers syndrome (stay with me I don’t believe in this label but I do need to accurately give information). He is married to his wife Sarah and has three children. His children’s’ names are Rosie, William and Caroline. Aspergers Syndrome is no longer… Continue reading Problematic Professional: Tony Attwood
My Experience With Ableism, and Homophobia in the 1990's
Homophobia is rampant. It has gotten better but there is more work to be done. Back in 1994, I experienced homophobia even though I had no idea what it was or what homosexuality was. This was before I knew I was part of the LGBTQ+ community. Backstory I went to a middle school dance in… Continue reading My Experience With Ableism, and Homophobia in the 1990's