The All-Access RVU Employee Resource Group presents “The R-Word.” We will screen the documentary on July 31st from 5 – 6:30. The screening is open to students and employees. Please RSVP to attend. RSVPing will allow our group to book the appropriate space to accommodate our audience. We will send a calendar invite once you RSVP. The location will be announced when the RSVP period ends on 7/26 at 5 pm.
The R-Word
Filmmaker Amanda Lukoff grew up advocating for her sister Gabrielle, especially whenever she heard the word retard(ed). With The R-Word, she unravels the history and lasting effects of this word through the lens of the sibling experience, captivating animation sequences, and self-advocates speaking truth-to-power - ultimately making the case for why the conversation surrounding people with intellectual and developmental disabilities needs to change. - https://www.therwordfilm.com/
Content Warning: The documentary uses language that may be emotionally challenging for attendees and viewers across marginalized groups.
Cannot attend? Stream the movie through DocuSeek for FREE until June 2025.
DocuSeek
DocuSeek provides access to high-quality documentaries that can be used to engage students, faculty, and staff in the classroom or during professional development activities. Films can be licensed through DocuSeek for one week, one semester, one year, three years, and the life of the file. Films are purchased by departments and programs on a case-by-case basis. Please get in touch with Elena Wayne at ewayne@docuseek2.com for pricing.
