SDS Language and Terminology Paper

This paper offers advice on language and terminology for SDS personnel and partners. It is designed to encourage those responsible for organising or delivering Scottish national events, festivals, courses, or training to adopt best practices and consistency of language and terminology. The desired outcome of this paper is for SDS personnel and partners to introduce appropriate and modern, participant-friendly language and terminology. Most importantly, they will lead by example and, if necessary, question their use of language and terminology to ensure it is appropriate and respectful.  

SDS fully endorses the social model of inclusion across all aspects of Scottish society, including sport. In addition, a complementary ability-focused (functional) model is adopted in a sporting context to ensure meaningful inclusion for all participants and athletes with disabilities. 

You can view SDS’ Language and Terminology Paper, here.