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Guidance for Depicting Animals With Disabilities
Resource and tools for depicting animals with disabilities
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Going with the Flow: Assessing How Zoos and Aquariums Communicate Information About Marine Animals Without Faces (MAWFs)
This paper identifies five characterizations used by organizations when highlighting faceless marine animals on their websites. While in-person experiences may support empathy outcomes in visitors, the way these animals are discussed online may contribute to objectification of the animals, impacting conservation outcomes.
Increasing Positive Perception of Disability Through Depictions of Animals with Disabilities
This study looked at whether using simple, narrative signs could help the public connect with these animals and develop more understanding attitudes toward people with disabilities.