Associate Professor of Practice University of Texas at Arlington
This poster explores the intersection of disability and environmental justice through a Critical Disability Theory lens. It examines how environmental harm disproportionately impacts individuals with disabilities, highlights gaps in current literature and practice, and proposes inclusive, equity-centered environmental justice solutions grounded in anti-oppressive theory.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
Explain the disproportionate impact of environmental issues on individuals with disabilities
Define Critical Disability Theory in the context of environmental justice
Articulate how Critical Disability Theory can inform practical, inclusive solutions to the climate crisis
