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I can only dream of the day where seeing other disabled people on screen isn't a rare sight or where I don't get excited at the sight of other disabled people working behind the screen.
Rose Ayling-Ellis
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Interpretation

What this quote means

The quote expresses a desire for greater representation of disabled individuals in media and behind the scenes.

Rose Ayling-Ellis highlights the importance of visibility and representation for disabled individuals in the media industry. She hopes for a future where seeing disabled people on screen is common rather than exceptional, addressing the need for inclusivity and acknowledgment of diverse experiences in storytelling.

Themes

RepresentationDisabilityMediaInclusivityVisibility

In practice

Example use cases

In a talk about diversity in the media, this quote can inspire a discussion on representation.

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