Disability Justice Innovation Lab Notes
Black Feminist Future’s Disability Justice Innovation Lab provides practical tools for community organizing and policy advocacy, directly incorporating the experiences of Black disabled folks.
By exceeding my life expectancy, I’ve become a model for other Black-disabled women.
“By exceeding my life expectancy, I’ve become a model for other Black disabled women.”
— Vilissa Thompson shares on defying medical predictions, being resilient, and challenging norms.
Creating an affirming space for Black disabled people
A recent Prism article spotlights the first Ramp Your Voice! Conference uniting Black disabled leaders and advocates together, addressing key issues through discussions on intersectionality, artistic performances, and accessible virtual participation.
Disabled artists spark joy in exhibition at Minnesota Museum of American Art
Sahan Journal spotlights The Minnesota Museum of American Art’s exhibition ‘Currents: Adaptation, Brilliance, and Joy’ featuring diverse paintings, sculptures, and multimedia works by disabled artists, offering visitors unique perspectives on creativity and resilience.
Moving from Despair to Joy: Reclaiming Pride as a Black Trans Disabled Person
Black Trans Fund’s blog shares a personal narrative of a Black trans-disabled individual’s journey to self-acceptance and community support, offering valuable insights and uplifting intersecting identities.
Disability & Philanthropy Forum Webinar
View this webinar from Disability & Philanthropy Forum featuring disabled panelists celebrating disability pride, and learn why philanthropy should fund disabled-led, joy-centered spaces.
Photo: Disabled And Here. This photo was taken by Gritchelle Fallesgon.
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