“I was often cornered and assaulted during school. I would eat cold, bland school sandwiches soaked with my tears in the bathroom stall. Then the man I wrote about in my journals suddenly surfaced into my reality.”
‘I was benched and pushed to the side.’: Woman with Treacher Collins Syndrome shares overcoming adversity
‘It’s impossible to explain how I was able to function.’: Chronic illness warrior’s difficult Ehlers Danlos Syndrome diagnosis
“I genuinely don’t know what it’s like to have a functioning gastrointestinal system or blood cells, or not have fluid pressing onto my brain.”
New Non-Profit Gives Special Needs People A Space To Socialize
“I want to live in an inclusive community that values individuals with disabilities. I want them to be thought of first, not last, and have a seat at the table.”
‘I never gave up on those kids, so why do that to myself?’: Woman with rare neurological disorder finds strength not to give up
“The walls came crashing down and it felt there was no way out. I was in this dark place, but then I remembered the many children I looked after with complex special needs.”
Paraplegic Bride Surprises Husband By Walking Down Aisle On Wedding Day
A wedding is always an unforgettable event. For Joci Scott and her husband, the day came with an extra special surprise.
Woman With Craniofacial Differences Discriminated Against Earns Master’s Degree To Advocate For Disabled Community
“People with facial differences and disabilities deserve the same access to careers, to love, to education, to family, to social life, and to equal opportunity as anyone else. This is what I push for.”
‘Getting diagnosed was the best thing for me.’: Chronically ill woman with autism shares diagnosis journey
“My joints are wonky, my nerves are broken, and my heart beats like I’m running a marathon when I stand up from the couch, but I now have the words to explain the experiences I’ve been having.”
‘The problem was there 2 years prior and no one believed me.’: Disabled chronic illness warrior shares long journey to diagnosis
“‘It’s all in your head, Jessica. It’s just your severe anxiety playing up. You CAN walk, it’s all mind over matter.’ No one took me seriously.”
Man With Cerebral Palsy Starts Inclusive Camp So Kids With Disabilities Can Enjoy Nature Too
For many children with disabilities, having the opportunity to participate in activities like camping and nature is limited due to lack of accessibility and resources.
‘This isn’t your typical first day crying drop-off photo.’: Special needs mom shares back-to-school PSA on disability equity
“There are extra layers to the first day of school drop-off when you love the most vulnerable inside.”