Person-First Language

Understanding Person-First vs. Identity-First Language: A Guide to Respectful Communication

08/26/24 - advocacy, disability awareness, Education, Inspiring People, jjslist.com, Person-First Language, Search, Inc., Self-Advocacy, Tools and aids - 0 Comments

By Kamaria Kali, Search Inc. Administrative and Development Assistant

At JJ’s List, our goal is to equip businesses with tools and trainings to become more accessible and welcoming to people with disabilities. In the pursuit of creating inclusive and respectful environments, one important aspect of communication…

Mental Health Awareness Month: Promoting Inclusion and Understanding

05/30/24 - Accessibility in Public, advocacy, disability awareness, jjslist.com, Mental Illness, Person-First Language, Search, Inc., Self-Advocacy - 0 Comments

By Kamaria Kali, Search Inc. Administrative and Development Assistant

At JJ’s List, our mission has always been to bridge the gap between businesses and individuals with disabilities, fostering a more inclusive and understanding society. One critical aspect of this mission is promoting mental health awareness. Mental…

End of Year Musings by the Disability Awareness Players

12/17/21 - Disability Awareness Players, Disability Awareness Training, Disability-Aware Businesses, Disability-Aware Service, Education, Inspiring People, JJ's List Fun, jjslist.com, Person-First Language, Self-Advocacy, Uncategorized, Uncategorized - 0 Comments

Disability Awareness Players Michaela M, Billy C, Sarah A, Sarah ST, Bring R, and Henry

The end of the year is a time of reflection, so we asked the Disability Awareness Players a question for reflection. Below are some of their thoughts.

“What was your favorite thing…