Use Person-First Language

Prioritize person-first language by referring to individuals as “a person with a disability” rather than defining them by their disability. This approach emphasizes the individual’s identity over the condition, promoting respect and dignity in recruitment communications.

Prioritize person-first language by referring to individuals as “a person with a disability” rather than defining them by their disability. This approach emphasizes the individual’s identity over the condition, promoting respect and dignity in recruitment communications.

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