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.”
Read more about Looking Back, Never Forgetting, and Moving Forward! An Interview with Rosanna “Rosie” Ryan
“I have a lot of friends and support. I am involved in People First, an organization by and for people with developmental disabilities. I speak up for myself and others.”
Read more about From Not Knowing to The Awareness Show
“I decided to start a Podcast. The first episode of the Awareness Show Podcast aired 13 years ago and now there are over 115 episodes. I’ve interviewed everyone from self-advocates to celebrities including the actress Donna Mills from Knots Landing and Dawn Wells who played MaryAnn on Gilligan’s Island!”