Notice of Nondiscrimination

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Language

Blind

Blind

Adjective

Use only for a person with total loss of sight. Many people who are legally blind have partial sight. Use visually impaired, partially sighted, or person with low vision.

Source

UMass Medical and UMassMemorial Health Care’s Diversity + Inclusion, Diversity Toolkit

The Glossary for Culture Transformation is a living document to be revised on an annual basis.

Suggested Citation: Office of Equity, Vitality, and Inclusion, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Boston Medical Center, and Boston University Medical Group. Glossary for Culture Transformation. 2021.

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