Definition of Key Terms Throughout this manual, the terms listed below are frequently mentioned. Figure 1 defines how the word is used in this context and provides an example for additional guidance. Figure 1: Definition of Key Terms1 2 Term Definition Example Accessible A site, facility, work environment, service or program that is easy to approach, enter, operate, participate in and/or use safely, independently and with dignity by persons with disabilities A polling station where a voter who uses a wheelchair can maneuver unaided Accessible formats Print, audio or visual information that is accessible to persons with disabilities Braille, tactile, large print, sign language, easy-to-read Assistive tool A device that aids completion of a task or other function that might otherwise be difficult or impossible Tactile ballot guide or magnifying glass Braille Writing system comprised of raised dots used by people who are blind or have low vision Cross-disability organization An organization that is comprised of people with different types of disabilities Disabled People’s International1 is a network of national disabled persons’ organizations A civil society organization that is run by and for persons with disabilities Nigerian National Association of the Deaf2 is comprised of deaf and hard-of-hearing Nigerians and works to promote and protect their rights Disabled persons’ organization 1 Disabled People’s International. <http://www.dpi.org/>. 2 Nigerian National Association of the Deaf. “Nigerian National Association of the Deaf.” <http://www.nnadeaf.org/>. Equal Access: How to Include Persons with Disabilities in Elections and Political Processes 5