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Activism and Advocacy

Educating the world about disability is how we make progress toward change. Take some time to learn about the advocacy issues that matter most to the disability community, the different approaches to activism, and what issues drive activists to continue fighting.

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Before You Offer Unsolicited Mental Health Advice on Social Media, Read This.

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4 Activists Who Make Me Proud to be Disabled and Transgender

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VIDEO: #DisabilityToo

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May is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month. Here’s What You Should Know.

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Activist Spotlight: Lillie Lainoff – Writer

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I’m Tired of Being Accused of “Faking” My Need for a Service Animal

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Can We Stop Arguing About the “Right Way” to Be a Disability Activist?

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Hear Me Out: Being Inspired By Disabled People Isn’t Always a Bad Thing

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15 Autistic Activists You Should Follow This Autism Acceptance Month

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VIDEO: SSI: Protect Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself

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#DeleteFacebook? It’s Not that Simple for Disabled People

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VIDEO: People With Mental Health Disabilities Shut Down Dangerous Ideas About Gun Violence

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Activist Spotlight: Wendy Lu – National Reporter and Editor

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My Mother Thought I’d Be Better Off Dead Because I’m Disabled

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Proposed Changes to Nutritional Assistance Programs Will Disproportionately Affect Disabled People

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