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By exceeding my life expectancy, I’ve become a model for other Black disabled women

Vilissa Thompson Headshot (1) by Vilissa Thompson July 9th, 2024July 9th, 2024

After listening to a podcast about how we come to understand ourselves, I reflected on how, as a disabled person, I have lived beyond all expectations for my life. In fact, since I turned 38, I have lived exactly 30 years past the life expectancy handed down to me by an orthopedist. The doctor told […]

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Creating an affirming space for Black disabled people

Vilissa Thompson Headshot (1) by Vilissa Thompson June 6th, 2024June 6th, 2024
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Disabled riders need comprehensive public transportation planning

by Bianca Gonzalez March 19th, 2024March 28th, 2024
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While COVID-19 surges, California guts mitigation efforts in schools

by Laura Weiss January 29th, 2024April 30th, 2024
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Disaster relief often leaves disabled people behind. Disabled first responders are trying to change that

by Bianca Gonzalez August 31st, 2023March 28th, 2024
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Disabled people deserve concert venues that ensure full accessibility

Vilissa Thompson Headshot (1) by Vilissa Thompson August 14th, 2023November 27th, 2023
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How disabled advocates are working toward justice during Disability Pride Month

by Elly Belle July 28th, 2022May 3rd, 2023
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How events can prioritize disabled attendees’ safety

Vilissa Thompson Headshot (1) by Vilissa Thompson March 22nd, 2022March 22nd, 2022
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As conservatorship abuse gains more attention, more activists speak out against it

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Disabled activists warn that a ‘return to normal’ threatens increased accessibility through virtual and hybrid events

Vilissa Thompson Headshot (1) by Vilissa Thompson December 28th, 2021December 29th, 2021

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