Resources for Disability Knowledge

Resource by Space

Languages: English

1% of people speak in a way that is unique to most: they stutter. Stuttering is a neurological communication disability that impacts the flow of speech. Contrary to frequent media representation, stuttering is not an indicator of nervousness, stress, or an intelligence difference, nor is it a "defect" in our speech. It is, simply put, a different way of speaking. Though some may naturally grow out of the stutter, for many there is no cure and stutterers become pressured to hide their natural voice in search of a faster and more “correct” way to speak. Due to social stigma and systemic barriers, someone who stutters may face significant communication challenges on an everyday basis.

SPACE is a nonprofit organization creating a more inclusive and accessible world for people who stutter. Through community-led programming, arts initiatives, listening workshops, and systemic advocacy, we address the barriers preventing people who stutter from participating fully in public life. SPACE operates from the universal design principle that when we improve listening environments for people who stutter, everyone benefits. In short, we create a world that listens better to people who stutter, and everyone else.

Resource by FASD Canada

Languages: English

The FASD Canada website offers information about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD): what it is, what causes it, its symptoms, and how common it is in Canada. The website also offers resources for advocating to your Member of Parliament and/or Senate, as well as a curated list of links to other websites, videos, books, and podcasts to help you deepen your understanding of FASD as well as the supports available across the country.

FASDCanada is a federally registered charity, run by a board of directors. The organization aims to help support, inform and educate people about the harmful effects of prenatal alcohol exposure. FASDCanada sustains their work through donations and fundraising.

You can also keep up with FASDCanada by following them on Instagram: @fasdcanada