This style guide, which covers dozens of words and terms commonly used when referring to disability, can help. Even the term “disability” is not universally accepted. You can also download the NCDJ Style Guide as a PDF.Īs language, perceptions and social norms change rapidly, it is becoming increasingly difficult for journalists and other communicators to figure out how to refer to people with disabilities. You can also access a Romanian translation of the guide here. Access the Spanish language translation of this guide here.Īn Italian version of the guide is available here.
