The power
of words and images to reflect and
shape community perceptions of people
with a disability is widely
acknowledged. This moulding of
perceptions and attitudes through
language and images is an ongoing and
dynamic process.
Appropriate
descriptive language and the avoidance
of stereotypes will foster positive
social change. It represents an
important responsibility and a
significant challenge to all involved .
particularly those who engage in
developing public communications: our
journalists, reporters, photographers
and camera operators.
The language
guidance in this document is particular
to the Australian
experience.
Words
Matter
(168 KB)
ISBN 978-0-9803338-1-7 Words Matter-
A Guide for Journalists
For
more information, or if you have any
suggestions, contact:
Lachlan Hazelton, Media Officer
Physical Disability Council of NSW
3/184 Glebe Point Road, Glebe NSW
2037
Phone (02) 9552 1606
Fax (02) 9552 4644
Email admin@pdcnsw.org.au
Web http://www.pdcnsw.org.au
