Ont. hospital's 'Dear Everybody' campaign seeks to reduce stigma for kids with disabilities

Toronto's Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital launched a national public awareness campaign, Dear Everybody, focused on breaking down disability stigma and stereotypes. Major themes for the movement include employment, friendship, education and healthcare, providing tools to educate the public about the role they play in building an inclusive and equitable society. The website includes a position paper with recommendations for teachers, employers, healthcare providers and others about how to end stigma for the 400,000 children and youth with a disability.