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History’s Leaders with Disabilities

Happy holidays! History is full of amazing people who made a big difference while living with disabilities. They overcame challenges, changed how people think, and made important contributions in areas like art, science, and politics. Their stories show that having a disability doesn’t stop someone from achieving great things.  

Heumann Nature

Many people in history had disabilities and made important contributions in different areas. Their achievements show how they overcame challenges and succeeded despite the obstacles they faced.

The YouTube video "Heumann Nature: The Life and Legacy of Disability Rights Activist Judy Heumann" explores Judy Heumann’s remarkable contributions to disability rights. The video traces her journey from childhood, when she contracted polio and faced educational discrimination, to her groundbreaking activism. Notably, Heumann sued the New York City Board of Education after being denied a teaching license due to her disability, ultimately becoming the first wheelchair user to teach in the city.

You can watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pEFsz-84eg

15 People With Disabilities Who Changed
the World

Highlighting historical figures with disabilities is important because it promotes inclusion, challenges stereotypes, and shows the significant impact people with disabilities have made. It also helps change negative attitudes and showcases the strengths, talents, and achievements of this community.

The article "15 People With Disabilities Who Changed the World" from The Mighty highlights influential individuals who made remarkable contributions while navigating disabilities. Featured figures include Walt Disney, Harriet Tubman, Helen Keller, Alexander Graham Bell, and Maya Angelou. The article explores their achievements and the ways their disabilities shaped their lives and inspired others.

Check out the entire list here: https://themighty.com/topic/disability/influential-people-with-disabilities/

Have you heard of any of these famous historical figures? What are your thoughts on their contributions to the world? Share your feedback in the comments below!

The SPAN Youth Chat

Join us virtually on December 11 from 4:15 to 5:00 PM for a SPAN Youth Chat. Discuss the Youth Advocates for Change (YAFC) Podcast series and our connection to Youth Engagement Transition Initiative (YETI) and Youth Engagement Now (YEN) and the power that we have seen blossom from Parent Centers and young adults working together to create a vision for youth engagement.


Happy Holidays!

Resources...

Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org
Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
We're here for you! Call SPAN if you need assistance: 1-800-654-7726.

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