Abstract

The document Recommendation on the Portrayal of People with Disabilities in the Media by the Federal Chancellery of Austria highlights legally non-binding recommendations for an inclusive and accurate representation. The objective is to present the lives of individuals with disabilities in a factual and balanced manner, avoiding discriminatory terms and emphasizing their strengths. The document includes a description of the problem, the current situation in Austria, and best practice examples from other countries. Moreover, the text outlines necessary steps to implement inclusive measures in the media sector, for example, awareness-raising workshops for journalists, actively employing people with disabilities, and portraying disabled people in a positive and unbiased manner. These measures are intended to promote inclusive and accurate representation of people with disabilities in the media.