The SC Disability Rights Terminology Standard provides recommended disability-inclusive and rights-based language.

For efficient navigation and reference, the Disability Rights Terminology Standard is organized into 5 parts:

Part 1: Rationale and key concepts

Part 2: SC standardized rights-based disability terminology

Part 3: Developmental domains & functional domains

Part 4: Terminology for SC health workers specialized professions

Part 5: Disability categories, examples of impairments or disorders and associated disabilities

SC Disability Rights Terminology Standard applies to all SC staff, volunteers, and consultants, in line with our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy, Disability Inclusion Policy, and Child Safeguarding Policy.