Disability Pride Month is Celebrated in July

The FSAO is proud to amplify the message of equity and inclusion for our colleagues who align with and identify as folks with disabilities.

Some History (you can read more at Wikipedia) – The concept of Disability Pride was born out of the Disability Rights movement and based on intersectional identity politics and social justice.  The core concept of Disability Pride is based on a tenet of reworking the negative narratives and biases that frequently surround the concept of disability. Disability Pride is a response and counteraction against ableism and social stigma. The concept has roots in the same social theory that backs LGBT Pride and Black Pride. Disability Pride is a movement intended to celebrate the history of the Disability Rights movement and disabled people as positive contributors to society. It marks a break from traditional concepts of disabilities as shameful conditions, which were often hidden from public spaces and mainstream awareness. 

BU Resource

Faculty & Staff Community Networks BU Ability Alliance (BU AbAl)

Highlighting BU Ability Alliance’s July 1 Disability Pride Luncheon from 12 to 2pm. Join in-person or online

Reach out to BU Ability Alliance to learn more about their programs

Reading Lists

Boston Public Library’s Disabled Not Unable Committee Members publish annual booklists for children, teens and adults available through the BPL catalogue. Check out their lists here.

Events hosted by Cultural and Advocacy Organizations

Understanding Our Differences July 17, 7:00 to 8:30pm, “What Does Disability Pride Mean to You?” Moderated Panel and Discussion

Boston Museum of Science July 25 – Disability Pride Celebration From 10-4 the Museum of Science invites the disability community to Science Park for a day of live presentations, engaging programs, and community partner activities. FYI: Boston Public Library offers MOS museum passes for BPL card holders.

United in Ability – Different ways, One Community Disability Pride Month Celebration on July 11 11am-3pm Chelsea Square. Hosted by Chelsea Recreation & Cultural Affairs

The ARC Why and How to Celebrate Disability Pride

Have we missed something you want to highlight for this month’s celebration?

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