The Human Experience of Disability

Episode 18: The Oscars and Disabilities


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Sarah talks about last nights Oscars and the incident between Will Smith and Chris Rock. From her perspective, She is the notion that the incident between the two actors could have provided an opportunity for a conversation about disabilities, particularly disabilities that are not seen to the naked eye. Sarah is not necessarily indicating that the experience of Alopecia is a Invisible disability. She is indicating that when people are unaware that someone is experiencing a disability or a medical concern and they make assumptions or jokes there can be an opportunity to have a greater conversation. A conversation that can be used as a learning moment not only for the people involved but also for the greater community.
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The Human Experience of DisabilityBy Sarah Vazquez