When you are disabled and say that you are proud to be disabled, sometimes non-disabled people are shocked because it is often believed that all disabled people hate their lives and aren't happy. Non-disabled people sometimes do not understand what it means to love being disabled and think that we love every challenge. I have … Continue reading What Do I Have To Be Proud Of?
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What It Means To Have Disability Pride
During the month of July, we celebrate Disability Pride Month, which is an opportunity to celebrate the history, challenges, and uniqueness of disabled people. Why do we celebrate Disability Pride Month in July? Disability Pride Month is celebrated in July because in July 1990 the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was made a law and … Continue reading What It Means To Have Disability Pride