Disability in Global and Comparative Perspective
JSIS B 346
- Quarters: Autumn
- General Education Requirements: DIV, I&S
- Instructors: Stephen Meyers, Megan McCloskey
Examines the meaning, politics, and experience of disability globally and locally in order to understand what is universal and what is particular to the disability experience in a diverse world. Human rights, inclusive development, and social movements approaches addressing the marginalization of disabled persons explored throughout.