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Disability Pride Month marks the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Why is Pride the right word to use to celebrate this anniversary? The ARC puts it best: “ …it challenges the outdated stereotypes and stigma that too often surround disabilities. Disability pride month reminds us that disability is not something to be ashamed of but rather a vital part of our rich human tapestry.“ Disability Pride is important to me because with all the talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion - disability is too often left out of the conversation. And yet, it’s the one group any one of us are a mere accident or diagnosis away from becoming a member of. Whether someone is born with a disability or ends up disabled at any point in their life, they have the right to pursue the life they choose to live. Disability is such an umbrella term. It encompasses physical disability, intellectual disability, psychiatric disability, sensory disability, and neurodivergence. So many people with disabilities don’t feel safe disclosing their disability. Disability Pride Month promotes a world where everyone is seen, heard, valued, and invited to contribute - regardless of their differences. It focuses on abilities first.
🌟 Every July, we celebrate #DisabilityPrideMonth, marking the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) enacted on July 26, 1990. This year’s theme, determined by The Arc of the United States, is: WE WANT A LIFE LIKE YOURS At PROVAIL, we are driven by the belief that everyone deserves to live a full, self-determined life. Yet, we recognize that discrimination and barriers still exist for the 1 in 4 U.S. adults living with a disability. This reality underscores the importance of our mission and the work we do every day. This year, during Disability Pride Month, we are asking: ➡️Why is Disability Pride important to you? Share your thoughts in the comments below and join us in celebrating the resilience, achievements, and diversity of the disability community. Let’s work together to build a more inclusive world! 🌍 #DisabilityPride #InclusionMatters #PROVAIL #DisabilityAwareness 📷 Accessibility Caption: The image is an infographic visually displaying that 1 out of 4 adults in the US live with a disability. PROVAIL clients from our Employment Services, Mobility & Communication, and Home & Lifestyle programs are pictured with the caption, We Want A Life Like Yours.
