An approachable guide to being a thoughtful， informed ally to disabled people， with actionable steps for what to say and do （and what not to do） and how you can help make the world a more accessible， inclusive place。

Disabled people are the world’s largest minority， an estimated 15 percent of the global population。 But many of us–disabled and non-disabled alike–don’t know how to act， what to say， or how to be an ally to the disability community。 Demystifying Disability is a friendly handbook on important disability issues you need to know about， including:

• How to appreciate disability history and identity
• How to recognize and avoid ableism （discrimination toward disabled people）
• How to be mindful of good disability etiquette
• How to appropriately think， talk， and ask about disability
• How to ensure accessibility becomes your standard practice， from everyday communication to planning special events
• How to identify and speak up about disability stereotypes in media

Authored by celebrated disability rights advocate， speaker， and writer Emily Ladau， this practical， intersectional guide offers all readers a welcoming place to understand disability as part of the human experience。