Read more about Breaking Barriers for a More Inclusive Future
“Lisa is determined to take her advocacy work to the federal level. Her journey started when she was in her 20s, advocating for better transportation services in her local area. What began as a personal mission soon grew into helping others navigate the complex web of services for people with disabilities.”
Read more about With Proper Love and Support It is Easy to Thrive
“In 2018, when I told my mom that I was wanting to be a trans man, and my mom was supportive of that and not everybody was so supportive of it, but that’s okay. Receiving the support from my mom definitely boosted my self-confidence.”
Read more about An Interview with Nicole “For Love” Adler
“I was born with a label. I had endured the label of Down Syndrome my whole life and all of the stereotypes that are associated with it. Then, when I came out as a gay person, I had to endure twice the labels and discrimination. So, this has shaped my advocacy work to eliminate labels and to see people as human beings first.”
Read more about Bringing Joy to Others One Design at a Time
“I have a heart for people, and that means I have a heart for inclusion! I believe that disabled people can meaningfully contribute to life and ministry, alongside the able-bodied community, as they were designed to be. “
Read more about DJ Alex—Music and Self-Advocacy are in My Blood
“All of the roles I have today are where I can be a positive role model to the community and can make a difference. Where I can make sure everyone is heard. Everyone’s advocacy journey is different, and there is room for us all in the work.”