Last night it was an honour to attend a magical holiday celebration at the White House! Alongside advocates that I greatly admire ❤️ While we celebrate the achievements and how far we have come, there is still so much to do, a few of the issues that the USA (and beyond) MUST change include: Forced sterilization of Disabled people: Many states say that doctors can sterilize a disabled person even when that person does not want it. These laws let judges, their family or guardians, make the decision for the disabled person. forced sterilization must stop. Subminimum wage: In 36 states, Disabled people can legally be paid less than minimum wage. Allowing employers to pay disabled people less for the same work, solely based on disability. Marriage inequality: If a Disabled person is receiving SSI, SSDI or Medicaid, their benefits can be reduced or revoked upon marriage. Dehuminizing and unsafe air travel: Disabled travellers and especially wheelchair users who are disproportionately impacted, face risking their safety when flying on planes. #RightsOnFlight Inaccessible employment: Disabled people are twice more likely to be unemployed than non-disabled people. We must remove barriers, including attitudinal ones, that prevent employment and career advancement. A significant absence of media representation: Of the 4.2% of Disabled people represented in film & TV it is estimated 95% of those roles are portrayed by non-disabled talent. And in advertising the stat stands at 0.9% and even worse behind the camera. Lack anti-discrimination policies from the 193 members states of the United Nations: Studies on disability legislation shows that only 45 countries have anti-discrimination and other disability-specific laws. Incredible advocates have been working to change these infuriating facts for decades, and there is progress but as Biden said last night: “we’re gonna have to defend the work we’ve done and quite frankly defend democracy”. @annaperngpa, we are deeply grateful for your work & support. #DisabilityRights Image description in comments
Last night it was an honour to attend a magical holiday celebration at the White House! Alongside advocates that I greatly admire ❤️ While we celebrate the achievements and how far we have come, there is still so much to do, a few of the issues that the USA (and beyond) MUST change include: Forced sterilization of Disabled people: Many states say that doctors can sterilize a disabled person even when that person does not want it. These laws let judges, their family or guardians, make the decision for the disabled person. forced sterilization must stop. Subminimum wage: In 36 states, Disabled people can legally be paid less than minimum wage. Allowing employers to pay disabled people less for the same work, solely based on disability. Marriage inequality: If a Disabled person is receiving SSI, SSDI or Medicaid, their benefits can be reduced or revoked upon marriage. Dehuminizing and unsafe air travel: Disabled travellers and especially wheelchair users who are disproportionately impacted, face risking their safety when flying on planes. #RightsOnFlight Inaccessible employment: Disabled people are twice more likely to be unemployed than non-disabled people. We must remove barriers, including attitudinal ones, that prevent employment and career advancement. A significant absence of media representation: Of the 4.2% of Disabled people represented in film & TV it is estimated 95% of those roles are portrayed by non-disabled talent. And in advertising the stat stands at 0.9% and even worse behind the camera. Lack anti-discrimination policies from the 193 members states of the United Nations: Studies on disability legislation shows that only 45 countries have anti-discrimination and other disability-specific laws. Incredible advocates have been working to change these infuriating facts for decades, and there is progress but as Biden said last night: “we’re gonna have to defend the work we’ve done and quite frankly defend democracy”. @annaperngpa, we are deeply grateful for your work & support. #DisabilityRights Image description in comments
Last night it was an honour to attend a magical holiday celebration at the White House! Alongside advocates that I greatly admire ❤️ While we celebrate the achievements and how far we have come, there is still so much to do, a few of the issues that the USA (and beyond) MUST change include: Forced sterilization of Disabled people: Many states say that doctors can sterilize a disabled person even when that person does not want it. These laws let judges, their family or guardians, make the decision for the disabled person. forced sterilization must stop. Subminimum wage: In 36 states, Disabled people can legally be paid less than minimum wage. Allowing employers to pay disabled people less for the same work, solely based on disability. Marriage inequality: If a Disabled person is receiving SSI, SSDI or Medicaid, their benefits can be reduced or revoked upon marriage. Dehuminizing and unsafe air travel: Disabled travellers and especially wheelchair users who are disproportionately impacted, face risking their safety when flying on planes. #RightsOnFlight Inaccessible employment: Disabled people are twice more likely to be unemployed than non-disabled people. We must remove barriers, including attitudinal ones, that prevent employment and career advancement. A significant absence of media representation: Of the 4.2% of Disabled people represented in film & TV it is estimated 95% of those roles are portrayed by non-disabled talent. And in advertising the stat stands at 0.9% and even worse behind the camera. Lack anti-discrimination policies from the 193 members states of the United Nations: Studies on disability legislation shows that only 45 countries have anti-discrimination and other disability-specific laws. Incredible advocates have been working to change these infuriating facts for decades, and there is progress but as Biden said last night: “we’re gonna have to defend the work we’ve done and quite frankly defend democracy”. @annaperngpa, we are deeply grateful for your work & support. #DisabilityRights Image description in comments
Last night it was an honour to attend a magical holiday celebration at the White House! Alongside advocates that I greatly admire ❤️ While we celebrate the achievements and how far we have come, there is still so much to do, a few of the issues that the USA (and beyond) MUST change include: Forced sterilization of Disabled people: Many states say that doctors can sterilize a disabled person even when that person does not want it. These laws let judges, their family or guardians, make the decision for the disabled person. forced sterilization must stop. Subminimum wage: In 36 states, Disabled people can legally be paid less than minimum wage. Allowing employers to pay disabled people less for the same work, solely based on disability. Marriage inequality: If a Disabled person is receiving SSI, SSDI or Medicaid, their benefits can be reduced or revoked upon marriage. Dehuminizing and unsafe air travel: Disabled travellers and especially wheelchair users who are disproportionately impacted, face risking their safety when flying on planes. #RightsOnFlight Inaccessible employment: Disabled people are twice more likely to be unemployed than non-disabled people. We must remove barriers, including attitudinal ones, that prevent employment and career advancement. A significant absence of media representation: Of the 4.2% of Disabled people represented in film & TV it is estimated 95% of those roles are portrayed by non-disabled talent. And in advertising the stat stands at 0.9% and even worse behind the camera. Lack anti-discrimination policies from the 193 members states of the United Nations: Studies on disability legislation shows that only 45 countries have anti-discrimination and other disability-specific laws. Incredible advocates have been working to change these infuriating facts for decades, and there is progress but as Biden said last night: “we’re gonna have to defend the work we’ve done and quite frankly defend democracy”. @annaperngpa, we are deeply grateful for your work & support. #DisabilityRights Image description in comments
Last night it was an honour to attend a magical holiday celebration at the White House! Alongside advocates that I greatly admire ❤️ While we celebrate the achievements and how far we have come, there is still so much to do, a few of the issues that the USA (and beyond) MUST change include: Forced sterilization of Disabled people: Many states say that doctors can sterilize a disabled person even when that person does not want it. These laws let judges, their family or guardians, make the decision for the disabled person. forced sterilization must stop. Subminimum wage: In 36 states, Disabled people can legally be paid less than minimum wage. Allowing employers to pay disabled people less for the same work, solely based on disability. Marriage inequality: If a Disabled person is receiving SSI, SSDI or Medicaid, their benefits can be reduced or revoked upon marriage. Dehuminizing and unsafe air travel: Disabled travellers and especially wheelchair users who are disproportionately impacted, face risking their safety when flying on planes. #RightsOnFlight Inaccessible employment: Disabled people are twice more likely to be unemployed than non-disabled people. We must remove barriers, including attitudinal ones, that prevent employment and career advancement. A significant absence of media representation: Of the 4.2% of Disabled people represented in film & TV it is estimated 95% of those roles are portrayed by non-disabled talent. And in advertising the stat stands at 0.9% and even worse behind the camera. Lack anti-discrimination policies from the 193 members states of the United Nations: Studies on disability legislation shows that only 45 countries have anti-discrimination and other disability-specific laws. Incredible advocates have been working to change these infuriating facts for decades, and there is progress but as Biden said last night: “we’re gonna have to defend the work we’ve done and quite frankly defend democracy”. @annaperngpa, we are deeply grateful for your work & support. #DisabilityRights Image description in comments
Last night it was an honour to attend a magical holiday celebration at the White House! Alongside advocates that I greatly admire ❤️ While we celebrate the achievements and how far we have come, there is still so much to do, a few of the issues that the USA (and beyond) MUST change include: Forced sterilization of Disabled people: Many states say that doctors can sterilize a disabled person even when that person does not want it. These laws let judges, their family or guardians, make the decision for the disabled person. forced sterilization must stop. Subminimum wage: In 36 states, Disabled people can legally be paid less than minimum wage. Allowing employers to pay disabled people less for the same work, solely based on disability. Marriage inequality: If a Disabled person is receiving SSI, SSDI or Medicaid, their benefits can be reduced or revoked upon marriage. Dehuminizing and unsafe air travel: Disabled travellers and especially wheelchair users who are disproportionately impacted, face risking their safety when flying on planes. #RightsOnFlight Inaccessible employment: Disabled people are twice more likely to be unemployed than non-disabled people. We must remove barriers, including attitudinal ones, that prevent employment and career advancement. A significant absence of media representation: Of the 4.2% of Disabled people represented in film & TV it is estimated 95% of those roles are portrayed by non-disabled talent. And in advertising the stat stands at 0.9% and even worse behind the camera. Lack anti-discrimination policies from the 193 members states of the United Nations: Studies on disability legislation shows that only 45 countries have anti-discrimination and other disability-specific laws. Incredible advocates have been working to change these infuriating facts for decades, and there is progress but as Biden said last night: “we’re gonna have to defend the work we’ve done and quite frankly defend democracy”. @annaperngpa, we are deeply grateful for your work & support. #DisabilityRights Image description in comments
Attention Graphic designers, illustrators, and sketch artists! 📣 @_Making_Space__, in partnership with @netflix, has launched a graphic design course centered on key art creation and tailored to the disability community, This five-course tutorial teaches essential elements in design and aims to upskill disabled artists pursuing a career in graphic design. Designers looking to enroll can apply at making-space.com. We’re looking for intermediate graphic designers, illustrators, sketch artists and passionate beginners with a desire to learn. Upon completion of the course and assignment, select artists will be considered for temporary assignments at Netflix! #GraphicDesign #Art #Illustration #DisabilityRepresentation #Design #Artists #Netflix Image description: 1) a colorful screen with the Netflix logo and text that reads, “ATTENTION DISABLED GRAPHIC DESIGNERS, ARTISTS, ILLUSTRATORS, AND SKETCH ARTISTS. 2) Making Space, in partnership with @netflix, is excited to introduce a graphic design course centered on key art creation and tailored to the disability community. This five-course tutorial teaches essential elements in design and aims to upskill disabled artists pursuing a career in graphic design. Designers looking to enroll can apply for free at their link in bio (making-space.com). 3) a tile with text that reads, “WHO SHOULD APPLY? This course was developed in line with Netflix’s own design standards and aims to upskill disabled artists pursuing a career in graphic design. We’re looking for intermediate graphic designers, illustrators, sketch artists and passionate beginners with a desire to learn. Upon successful completion of the course and assignment, select artists will be considered for temporary contract opportunities at Netflix.
Attention Graphic designers, illustrators, and sketch artists! 📣 @_Making_Space__, in partnership with @netflix, has launched a graphic design course centered on key art creation and tailored to the disability community, This five-course tutorial teaches essential elements in design and aims to upskill disabled artists pursuing a career in graphic design. Designers looking to enroll can apply at making-space.com. We’re looking for intermediate graphic designers, illustrators, sketch artists and passionate beginners with a desire to learn. Upon completion of the course and assignment, select artists will be considered for temporary assignments at Netflix! #GraphicDesign #Art #Illustration #DisabilityRepresentation #Design #Artists #Netflix Image description: 1) a colorful screen with the Netflix logo and text that reads, “ATTENTION DISABLED GRAPHIC DESIGNERS, ARTISTS, ILLUSTRATORS, AND SKETCH ARTISTS. 2) Making Space, in partnership with @netflix, is excited to introduce a graphic design course centered on key art creation and tailored to the disability community. This five-course tutorial teaches essential elements in design and aims to upskill disabled artists pursuing a career in graphic design. Designers looking to enroll can apply for free at their link in bio (making-space.com). 3) a tile with text that reads, “WHO SHOULD APPLY? This course was developed in line with Netflix’s own design standards and aims to upskill disabled artists pursuing a career in graphic design. We’re looking for intermediate graphic designers, illustrators, sketch artists and passionate beginners with a desire to learn. Upon successful completion of the course and assignment, select artists will be considered for temporary contract opportunities at Netflix.
Attention Graphic designers, illustrators, and sketch artists! 📣 @_Making_Space__, in partnership with @netflix, has launched a graphic design course centered on key art creation and tailored to the disability community, This five-course tutorial teaches essential elements in design and aims to upskill disabled artists pursuing a career in graphic design. Designers looking to enroll can apply at making-space.com. We’re looking for intermediate graphic designers, illustrators, sketch artists and passionate beginners with a desire to learn. Upon completion of the course and assignment, select artists will be considered for temporary assignments at Netflix! #GraphicDesign #Art #Illustration #DisabilityRepresentation #Design #Artists #Netflix Image description: 1) a colorful screen with the Netflix logo and text that reads, “ATTENTION DISABLED GRAPHIC DESIGNERS, ARTISTS, ILLUSTRATORS, AND SKETCH ARTISTS. 2) Making Space, in partnership with @netflix, is excited to introduce a graphic design course centered on key art creation and tailored to the disability community. This five-course tutorial teaches essential elements in design and aims to upskill disabled artists pursuing a career in graphic design. Designers looking to enroll can apply for free at their link in bio (making-space.com). 3) a tile with text that reads, “WHO SHOULD APPLY? This course was developed in line with Netflix’s own design standards and aims to upskill disabled artists pursuing a career in graphic design. We’re looking for intermediate graphic designers, illustrators, sketch artists and passionate beginners with a desire to learn. Upon successful completion of the course and assignment, select artists will be considered for temporary contract opportunities at Netflix.
Disabled joy this January… 1. Many of us with hidden disabilities have ‘dynamic disabilities’ and some days may be more painful, symptomatic or harder than others. When it comes to mobility aids I have been dealing with my own internal ableism, compounded by the fear that as a founder partners, VCs or colleagues may think i’m no longer capable. As a Disability Rights Advocate who’s spent years working to shift perceptions, I was startled by how deeply this fear resonated within me. If it was not for amazing friends, I wouldn’t have had the confidence to start helping myself. 2. Jumping out of a plane! 2024 got off to a flying start! For some Disabled people, tandem skydiving – jumping out of a plane – is probably safer than standard air travel… That may sound WILD but likely not far from the truth. Thank you to my partner & friend @sophlmorg for arranging this trip but more importantly for founding #RightsOnFlights, a campaign dedicated to making air travel accessible for all and aims to educate Disabled people about our rights when flying. 3. Attending CES and meeting the amazing @_making_space__ team IRL! Making Space was selected to participate in 1 of 10 open booth spots within Eureka Park at CES 2024 – thank you to the Consumer Technology Association for the space. 4. Getting the Making Space mini studio ready for some very cool projects 😎 10 years ago I thought my life was over, nobody except my mum believed or fought for me. Thanks to her, we made it through the worst times and there was light at the end of that very long and dark tunnel. Off to D.C. next week for an amazing opportunity to make some more space 💕 #DisabilityRights #MakingSpace
Disabled joy this January… 1. Many of us with hidden disabilities have ‘dynamic disabilities’ and some days may be more painful, symptomatic or harder than others. When it comes to mobility aids I have been dealing with my own internal ableism, compounded by the fear that as a founder partners, VCs or colleagues may think i’m no longer capable. As a Disability Rights Advocate who’s spent years working to shift perceptions, I was startled by how deeply this fear resonated within me. If it was not for amazing friends, I wouldn’t have had the confidence to start helping myself. 2. Jumping out of a plane! 2024 got off to a flying start! For some Disabled people, tandem skydiving – jumping out of a plane – is probably safer than standard air travel… That may sound WILD but likely not far from the truth. Thank you to my partner & friend @sophlmorg for arranging this trip but more importantly for founding #RightsOnFlights, a campaign dedicated to making air travel accessible for all and aims to educate Disabled people about our rights when flying. 3. Attending CES and meeting the amazing @_making_space__ team IRL! Making Space was selected to participate in 1 of 10 open booth spots within Eureka Park at CES 2024 – thank you to the Consumer Technology Association for the space. 4. Getting the Making Space mini studio ready for some very cool projects 😎 10 years ago I thought my life was over, nobody except my mum believed or fought for me. Thanks to her, we made it through the worst times and there was light at the end of that very long and dark tunnel. Off to D.C. next week for an amazing opportunity to make some more space 💕 #DisabilityRights #MakingSpace
Disabled joy this January… 1. Many of us with hidden disabilities have ‘dynamic disabilities’ and some days may be more painful, symptomatic or harder than others. When it comes to mobility aids I have been dealing with my own internal ableism, compounded by the fear that as a founder partners, VCs or colleagues may think i’m no longer capable. As a Disability Rights Advocate who’s spent years working to shift perceptions, I was startled by how deeply this fear resonated within me. If it was not for amazing friends, I wouldn’t have had the confidence to start helping myself. 2. Jumping out of a plane! 2024 got off to a flying start! For some Disabled people, tandem skydiving – jumping out of a plane – is probably safer than standard air travel… That may sound WILD but likely not far from the truth. Thank you to my partner & friend @sophlmorg for arranging this trip but more importantly for founding #RightsOnFlights, a campaign dedicated to making air travel accessible for all and aims to educate Disabled people about our rights when flying. 3. Attending CES and meeting the amazing @_making_space__ team IRL! Making Space was selected to participate in 1 of 10 open booth spots within Eureka Park at CES 2024 – thank you to the Consumer Technology Association for the space. 4. Getting the Making Space mini studio ready for some very cool projects 😎 10 years ago I thought my life was over, nobody except my mum believed or fought for me. Thanks to her, we made it through the worst times and there was light at the end of that very long and dark tunnel. Off to D.C. next week for an amazing opportunity to make some more space 💕 #DisabilityRights #MakingSpace
Disabled joy this January… 1. Many of us with hidden disabilities have ‘dynamic disabilities’ and some days may be more painful, symptomatic or harder than others. When it comes to mobility aids I have been dealing with my own internal ableism, compounded by the fear that as a founder partners, VCs or colleagues may think i’m no longer capable. As a Disability Rights Advocate who’s spent years working to shift perceptions, I was startled by how deeply this fear resonated within me. If it was not for amazing friends, I wouldn’t have had the confidence to start helping myself. 2. Jumping out of a plane! 2024 got off to a flying start! For some Disabled people, tandem skydiving – jumping out of a plane – is probably safer than standard air travel… That may sound WILD but likely not far from the truth. Thank you to my partner & friend @sophlmorg for arranging this trip but more importantly for founding #RightsOnFlights, a campaign dedicated to making air travel accessible for all and aims to educate Disabled people about our rights when flying. 3. Attending CES and meeting the amazing @_making_space__ team IRL! Making Space was selected to participate in 1 of 10 open booth spots within Eureka Park at CES 2024 – thank you to the Consumer Technology Association for the space. 4. Getting the Making Space mini studio ready for some very cool projects 😎 10 years ago I thought my life was over, nobody except my mum believed or fought for me. Thanks to her, we made it through the worst times and there was light at the end of that very long and dark tunnel. Off to D.C. next week for an amazing opportunity to make some more space 💕 #DisabilityRights #MakingSpace
It’s International Day of Disabled People! This years theme, set by the United Nations, is “united in action to rescue and achieve the SDGs for, with and by disabled people”. As someone with a hidden disability I often feel like an imposter, and at times, in both non-disabled and disabled spaces. The hidden nature of my disability protects me from a whole universe of discrimination and microaggressions, but it also insulates me from potential support, Living with a chronic illness & hidden disability is complicated and many of us can relate to the ‘but you look fine’ or ‘you don’t look disabled’ comments, making it harder to ask for accommodations/access requirements. Similar to the nature of my disability, the community at large faces challenges that many choose to not see, making it harder for advocacy to work. In a world facing unprecedented challenges, listening and unified action is more crucial than ever. Image description: Keely, a white women in her 20s with blonde hair, is wearing a blue t-shirt with a Ostomate symbol on. Shoutout to Tim David for making these awesome t-shirts! #IDPWD #HiddenDisability #DisabilityRights #Disabled #DisabledPeople
From a conversation about disability rights with President Bill Clinton, To dinner in The National Archives Rotunda — home to the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, And meeting public servants such as Secretary Alexis M. Herman, Secretary Rodney E. Slater, Dee Dee Myers and many more, The Presidential Leadership Scholars is an opportunity of a lifetime. After moving to the USA 5 years ago, I could never have imagined I’d be in such rooms with the opportunity to make an impact. In today’s polarized political climate, to make real change we must bring together public and private sectors, grassroots organizations, and embrace the power of collaboration, as President Clinton highlighted. A take away from this trip was to start with the end in mind. #DisabilityRights #MakingSpace Image descriptions: 1) Keely seated at a desk in the Oval Office, looking at a notebook, with an American flag behind her. 2) A large group of people posing for a photo outside the William J. Clinton Presidential Library. 3) The original signed Americans With Disabilities Act 4) A diverse group of people standing in front of the White House. 5) An event at the Rotunda with an audience seated at round tables, listening to a speaker at a podium, in a grand hall with a domed ceiling and a large painting in the background. 6) A selfie of Keely and Nina, both smiling at the camera with an “Isabel Farms” sticker on the cap.
From a conversation about disability rights with President Bill Clinton, To dinner in The National Archives Rotunda — home to the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, And meeting public servants such as Secretary Alexis M. Herman, Secretary Rodney E. Slater, Dee Dee Myers and many more, The Presidential Leadership Scholars is an opportunity of a lifetime. After moving to the USA 5 years ago, I could never have imagined I’d be in such rooms with the opportunity to make an impact. In today’s polarized political climate, to make real change we must bring together public and private sectors, grassroots organizations, and embrace the power of collaboration, as President Clinton highlighted. A take away from this trip was to start with the end in mind. #DisabilityRights #MakingSpace Image descriptions: 1) Keely seated at a desk in the Oval Office, looking at a notebook, with an American flag behind her. 2) A large group of people posing for a photo outside the William J. Clinton Presidential Library. 3) The original signed Americans With Disabilities Act 4) A diverse group of people standing in front of the White House. 5) An event at the Rotunda with an audience seated at round tables, listening to a speaker at a podium, in a grand hall with a domed ceiling and a large painting in the background. 6) A selfie of Keely and Nina, both smiling at the camera with an “Isabel Farms” sticker on the cap.
From a conversation about disability rights with President Bill Clinton, To dinner in The National Archives Rotunda — home to the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, And meeting public servants such as Secretary Alexis M. Herman, Secretary Rodney E. Slater, Dee Dee Myers and many more, The Presidential Leadership Scholars is an opportunity of a lifetime. After moving to the USA 5 years ago, I could never have imagined I’d be in such rooms with the opportunity to make an impact. In today’s polarized political climate, to make real change we must bring together public and private sectors, grassroots organizations, and embrace the power of collaboration, as President Clinton highlighted. A take away from this trip was to start with the end in mind. #DisabilityRights #MakingSpace Image descriptions: 1) Keely seated at a desk in the Oval Office, looking at a notebook, with an American flag behind her. 2) A large group of people posing for a photo outside the William J. Clinton Presidential Library. 3) The original signed Americans With Disabilities Act 4) A diverse group of people standing in front of the White House. 5) An event at the Rotunda with an audience seated at round tables, listening to a speaker at a podium, in a grand hall with a domed ceiling and a large painting in the background. 6) A selfie of Keely and Nina, both smiling at the camera with an “Isabel Farms” sticker on the cap.
From a conversation about disability rights with President Bill Clinton, To dinner in The National Archives Rotunda — home to the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, And meeting public servants such as Secretary Alexis M. Herman, Secretary Rodney E. Slater, Dee Dee Myers and many more, The Presidential Leadership Scholars is an opportunity of a lifetime. After moving to the USA 5 years ago, I could never have imagined I’d be in such rooms with the opportunity to make an impact. In today’s polarized political climate, to make real change we must bring together public and private sectors, grassroots organizations, and embrace the power of collaboration, as President Clinton highlighted. A take away from this trip was to start with the end in mind. #DisabilityRights #MakingSpace Image descriptions: 1) Keely seated at a desk in the Oval Office, looking at a notebook, with an American flag behind her. 2) A large group of people posing for a photo outside the William J. Clinton Presidential Library. 3) The original signed Americans With Disabilities Act 4) A diverse group of people standing in front of the White House. 5) An event at the Rotunda with an audience seated at round tables, listening to a speaker at a podium, in a grand hall with a domed ceiling and a large painting in the background. 6) A selfie of Keely and Nina, both smiling at the camera with an “Isabel Farms” sticker on the cap.
From a conversation about disability rights with President Bill Clinton, To dinner in The National Archives Rotunda — home to the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, And meeting public servants such as Secretary Alexis M. Herman, Secretary Rodney E. Slater, Dee Dee Myers and many more, The Presidential Leadership Scholars is an opportunity of a lifetime. After moving to the USA 5 years ago, I could never have imagined I’d be in such rooms with the opportunity to make an impact. In today’s polarized political climate, to make real change we must bring together public and private sectors, grassroots organizations, and embrace the power of collaboration, as President Clinton highlighted. A take away from this trip was to start with the end in mind. #DisabilityRights #MakingSpace Image descriptions: 1) Keely seated at a desk in the Oval Office, looking at a notebook, with an American flag behind her. 2) A large group of people posing for a photo outside the William J. Clinton Presidential Library. 3) The original signed Americans With Disabilities Act 4) A diverse group of people standing in front of the White House. 5) An event at the Rotunda with an audience seated at round tables, listening to a speaker at a podium, in a grand hall with a domed ceiling and a large painting in the background. 6) A selfie of Keely and Nina, both smiling at the camera with an “Isabel Farms” sticker on the cap.
From a conversation about disability rights with President Bill Clinton, To dinner in The National Archives Rotunda — home to the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, And meeting public servants such as Secretary Alexis M. Herman, Secretary Rodney E. Slater, Dee Dee Myers and many more, The Presidential Leadership Scholars is an opportunity of a lifetime. After moving to the USA 5 years ago, I could never have imagined I’d be in such rooms with the opportunity to make an impact. In today’s polarized political climate, to make real change we must bring together public and private sectors, grassroots organizations, and embrace the power of collaboration, as President Clinton highlighted. A take away from this trip was to start with the end in mind. #DisabilityRights #MakingSpace Image descriptions: 1) Keely seated at a desk in the Oval Office, looking at a notebook, with an American flag behind her. 2) A large group of people posing for a photo outside the William J. Clinton Presidential Library. 3) The original signed Americans With Disabilities Act 4) A diverse group of people standing in front of the White House. 5) An event at the Rotunda with an audience seated at round tables, listening to a speaker at a podium, in a grand hall with a domed ceiling and a large painting in the background. 6) A selfie of Keely and Nina, both smiling at the camera with an “Isabel Farms” sticker on the cap.
I am SO excited to share that I am a 2024 Presidential Leadership Scholar! The Presidential Leadership Scholars program works as a catalyst for a diverse network of established leaders to collaborate and make a difference in the world. We get the incredible opportunity to learn about leadership through the lens of the presidential experiences of George W. Bush, William J. Clinton, George H.W. Bush, and Lyndon B. Johnson. I will be working on @_making_space__, creating innovative and enhanced avenues for employment for disabled people by utilizing technology, beyond compliant accessibility measures and representation to close the education-employment divide and ensure that efforts are integral to overarching business strategies for corporations and organizations. Thank you to Maya Enista Smith for sharing about your experiences with the program and being the reason I put myself forward. Kindness is sharing opportunities! #DisabilityRights #PLScholars Image description: On a blue background is the text, “Presidential Leadership Scholars Class of 2024”. At the top is the PLS emblem.
We are Making Space with Netflix! Calling all Disabled graphic designers, sketch artists and fine art illustrators! We have developed a course in line with Netflix’s own design standards that aims to upskill Disabled artists pursuing a career in graphic design, Upon successful completion of the course and assignment, select artists will be considered for temporary contract opportunities at Netflix. This course is led by the very talented @_andy_felix_ who shares the essential elements for poster design including style, lighting, composition, typography and more. This has been an incredible collaboration and not possible without the leadership and support of Melissa Salazar, Andy and their teams at Netflix. A specific shoutout to @mariealyse_ who led the course content production at @intuitionfilms and @_making_space_media and the incredible team at @_making_space__ for making this come to life. We are determined to create tangible pathways to employment for Disabled talent and bridge the education-employment divide. APPLY VIA LINK IN BIO! #GraphicDesign #VisualArts #Sketch #FineArt #DisabilityRepresentation #Accessibility #DisabilityRights #Netflix #FanArt #ApplyNow Video description: The Netflix ‘N’ fades into a montage of Andy, a Latino male, he then sits at a large orange sofa.
Congress chose not to pass the Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act last session, legislation that could’ve ended subminimum wage for disabled workers, It’s been legal to pay people with disabilities pennies per hour for almost 90 years. We cannot wait any longer – the time to act is NOW. Sign the petition now at EndSubminimumWage.org. You can also email the Department of Labor directly at [email protected] and tell them why you think disabled people deserve fair wages. This antiquated practice is based on a deeply flawed and false idea that disabled workers’ labor is worth less. As this program has gone unchecked, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights shows the average wage of a person with a disability working under a 14(c) certificate was less than $3.34 per hour. Many workers earn less than a dollar an hour. This cannot continue, workers with disabilities deserve equal pay for equal work. The Department of Labor is currently conducting a comprehensive review of the future viability of the 14(c) certificate program. It’s imperative the disability community and all those who care about equality and justice make their voice heard and demand the agency put an end to the practice of paying disabled workers less than minimum wage. Copy & image from @aapdofficial Thank you @maria_town @aapdofficial for your leadership. #DisabilityRights Image description: Act now, End subminimum wages for disabled workers! On a background of dollar bills and the AAPD logo.
This week we are in Stamford 📍at NBC Studios! @_making_space__ has partnered with NBC Sports to increase employment opportunities for disabled talent both in front of and behind the camera, @sophlmorg (who was one of the first-ever wheelchair users to be a TV host on mainstream TV) is working closely with six aspiring Disabled hosts, We will be providing training on making-space.com to create opportunity at scale and give NBC a talent pipeline of Disabled talent! Our goal is to bridge the education-employment gap and increase disability representation. We are officially Making Space for Disabled talent with NBC…! @sophlmorg and I are so grateful to the team at NBC, excited & optimistic for the future of broadcasting! Be sure to sign up to Making-Space.com to gain access to the training & opportunity when it goes live! @_making_space__ @_making_space_media Reel description: BTS of the training of Disabled hosts at NBC studios. ‘Making Space with NBC’ is across the screen. #MakingSpace #RepresentationMatters #MakingSpaceMedia
