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2018 #DisYearInReview Twitter Chat

December 12, 2018 Vilissa Thompson

Archive of Twitter chat

2018 is winding down, and Rooted in Rights and the Disability Justice Initiative at CAP (@CAPDisability) want to hear from you about the major moments and shake-ups that occurred in the disability community.  From controversial representation in films and TV to legislation successes and setbacks, 2018 was packed with conversation starters that resonated with every segment of our diverse community.

We want you to tell us what 2018 meant to you and what you hope will take place for our community in 2019.  Use the hashtag #DisYearInReview in your tweets during the chat so that everyone can follow the conversation.

Twitter chat will be held on Wed., December 19th, 2018 at 2pm EST / 11am PST.

Questions that will be discussed during the chat:

Q1:  So much has occurred in 2018 within the disabled community – both as a community and as individuals.  What are the top 3 moments or events that caught your attention this year?  #DisYearInReview

Q2:  Policy and politics were the root of major discussions and protests this year.  What shake-ups do you believe made a big impact on our community?  #DisYearInReview

Q3:  With the new Congress in 2019, what are some disability policies do you hope will be addressed?  #DisYearInReview

Q4:  Disabled voices and topics were trending heavily this year.  What hashtags, articles, videos, blogs, etc., resonated with you?  What would you like to see get attention in 2019?  #DisYearInReview

Q5:  On a personal level, how has 2018 been for you?  For some of us, this year was filled with a mix of highs, lows, and surprises.  #DisYearInReview

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About

Vilissa Thompson

Vilissa Thompson is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) from Winnsboro, SC. Vilissa is the Founder & CEO of Ramp Your Voice!, an organization focused on promoting self-advocacy and strengthening empowerment among people with disabilities. Being a Disability Rights Consultant, Writer, & Advocate affords Vilissa the opportunity to become a prominent leader and expert in addressing and educating the public and political figures about the plight of people with disabilities, especially women of color with disabilities. Being a disabled woman of color herself, sharing her life experiences, and tales from the women she has encountered during her advocacy work, has empowered her immensely because it validated the struggles and successes she endured in her young life.

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