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Rooted in Rights tells authentic, accessible stories to challenge stigma and redefine narratives around disability, mental health and chronic illness.
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The Complexities of “Passing” as Nondisabled
“Passing privilege” is a term used to describe what people of minority identities experience when they appear as though they’re not part of that minority group. It means you may not experience the same oppression and problems as others who…
Looking at “Independence” Through the Lens of Disability
After my first day of college classes, I wanted to quit. I felt out of place and overwhelmed. As I sat with my mom in a local diner, I rattled off my fears – class sizes were bigger, the workload…
Medical Breakthroughs Are Deeply Complex for Disabled People
A source of hope for one person can be a hindrance to another. Most mainstream disability-related fundraisers focus on research. The goal is often to find a treatment and ultimately, a cure. The campaigns are typically led by non-disabled folks…
Overcoming the Concept of Overcoming As a Person Who Stutters
It was about two years into my comedy career when I walked into the new swanky comedy club that recently opened near me. It was plush and clean. The green room had not yet been christened by decades of comedians…
Pushing Back Against Internalized Ableism: The Only Way Out is Through
Content note: includes discussion of eating disorders and treatment experiences, use of ableist slurs Before I had even heard the word “ableism,” I knew what it was. It was that pit in my stomach I got when meeting non-disabled people,…
DO-IT 2020 – Ellie
All students deserve to access campus independently, without relying on the kindness of others. Colleges, make your campus accessible!
DO-IT 2020 – Risa
If someone is falling asleep in class, it might not be because they were up all night. They might have a disorder like narcolepsy. Risa shares how support and accommodations help her be on a schedule that works for her.
DO-IT 2020 – Samuel
People with disabilities should be able to go everywhere non-disabled people can go. Accessibility is important, in every country!