What is ableism? A discrimination that favors able bodied people. I look back now knowing what I know and feel a bit of shame for my initial reaction. My son has a beautiful life full of adventure but when he was first diagnosed I was distraught thinking he would miss out on so many things. It’s my mission here to show you life as a disabled person still has purpose and can be beautiful. I feel like visibility and awareness are how we heal and stop ableism. | Accessible Adventures

July is Disability Pride Month — a time to reflect, uplift, and continue the fight for civil rights. Here are 5 pivotal moments in U.S. history that shaped the disability rights movement. From IDEA to ADA, each act brought us closer to equity. Let’s honor the progress and keep pushing forward. | The Legal Defense Fund