We Are All On The Outside. Practice humanity through inclusion and accessibility.

We are all on the outside, even when we are on the "inside". Understand and explore inclusive actions to make a wholesome community - Drupal, family, friends, and life.

What does that even mean, anyway?

Sometimes, everyone is disabled. Or an outsider. Or just doesn't seem to fit in to "the norm". Who defines "The Norm" anyway? Even when a person is in a community, humans are individuals. Each person is a mix of disabilities and abilities. Each person can be considered both privileged and oppressed in different social contexts. We are comprised of life experiences that we must be aware of in ourselves. 

As we communicate, we must be aware that others are just as complex and on the outside as we communicate.

Our charge as humans -  community focused humans - is to extend community and include those that are not just like yourself. Create a diverse and accessible environment to all.

Goals of this session:

• Convey when an individual may not be easily acclimated to a group situation
• Teach tools and approaches to provide an accessible group experience
• Discuss our experiences and challenges 
• Surface inclusive and accessible methods to include all in group situations

Topics covered:

• Explore the signs that may inform when you when you or others may be feeling on the “outside” or “different”.
• Understand temporary disabilities, progressive disabilities, and personality traits that make joining a community possibly more challenging for others.
• Use tools and communication methods to use empathy to welcome all people into your community, in whatever way is best for the individual.