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Annie in Disabilityland

A story told in the third person about a girl called Annie who has her world turned upside down when she is place in a "special" class.

Trading Places

The writer, intrigued by the concept of reality television and trading places, asks the question whether people without a disability would want to trade places with someone who has a disability.

This is the second instalment on the life of Catherine Schaefer. The book celebrates the tenth anniversary of Catherine moving from her family home into her own apartment. The author, Catherine's mother, tells the story of the planning and work involved in getting Catherine her own home.

Having a Child with Disability: Some thoughts, feelings and observations

Beth Marchbank is a parent and lecturer in Disability Studies. She writes of her early experiences as the parent of a child with a disability.

The Importance of Social Imagery in Interpreting Societally Devalued People to the Public

The authors write of the importance of social imagery for devalued persons. If a devalued person, or organisation, is presented positively then it follows that people will be more attracted to that person, or organisation, and identify with, and have positive mental associations, to it.

An Analysis of the Client Role from a Social Role Valorization Perspective

The construct of social roles is central to the practice and theory of SRV. The authors explain how those persons who can hold valued social roles within society are more likely to live a supported valued life.

Does She Know She's There?

The story of a family's determination to love, cherish and raise at home their severely brain-damaged daughter. Also see Yes! She Know's She's Here.

Each Belongs

The story of the first school system in Canada, and perhaps the US and UK, to move to fully including persons with disability in the mainstream school setting. The book is accompanied by a DVD.

Asking for the moon'? A critical assessment of Australian disability discrimination laws in promoting inclusion for students with disabilities

This paper critiques the disparity between the legal regulation of disability discrimination in NSW and the inclusion policy espoused by the education authorities. The author argues human rights are undermined due to access to mainstream education being restricted.

The Inevitable Loneliness of Personal Advocacy

Kendrick comments on the loneliness of arguing a position that is not supported by everyone.