Over 1 billion people are estimated to experience some disability, making up around 15% of the global population. These figures illustrate how the e…
Let the naysayers be your motivation Growing up, I was told college would never be a good fit for me due to my disability. My reading and writing scores were far below average. However, …
Utilizing my intellect Trapped in a body that is subject to another power, it has always been clear to me: It is my intellect that I need to utilize. Therefore, this is wha…
Meet Scarlett she was diagnosed with Down Syndrome at birth Hi. I am Scarlett. I am 3 years old. I surprised my parents with a diagnosis of Down syndrome at birth. A…
Eliminating the Word "Disability" I am the first person to coin the word DIVERSABILITY. I've written many emails to advocates, activists, grassroots organizations, and mainstream poli…
Where have I been all my life? Trailblazing my next chapter Where have I been all my life? A few years back I was scrolling on Pinterest and saw a quote that absolutely resonated with me, "Be who you needed wh…
Introduction Bullying is an epidemic that is not only occurring in schools, but online and even in the work place. Whether it is physical, emotional, or even cybe…
The Moment I Knew "When Lindsay was talking to me, I noticed that half of her face was frozen," my friend explained to the doctor. My heart sank. I knew what this mean…
i hope this story about Invisible Disease will spare you some pain and trouble My name is Niklas. In 2010 I was hit by a motorcycle. As a result of the accident my left femur broke twice and about 5 cm of the bone was dashed to …
Struggles Don't Stop Me Every time it rains, I always reminisce about my struggles during my days as a college student. I am sure that when you're a wheelchair user yourself…
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