Every year in July, Disability Pride Month is observed. This is a time to celebrate and acknowledge the achievements, experiences, and history of people with disabilities. Disability Pride Month, originally starting as just a single day, came to be after the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed in 1990. The first month long celebration did not happen until 2015, the 25th anniversary of the ADA. Beginning in the United States, Disability Pride Month is now celebrated throughout communities around the world.
As we strive to create an inclusive campus, we commit to amplifying all voices, and fostering a community where everyone belongs. The Office of Inclusive Excellence and Belonging encourages everyone to further explore the resources below to engage and learn about Disability Pride Month.
Campus Resources:
- Disability Awareness Network: The mission of the Disabilities Affinity Network is to engage the University of Hartford community and raise awareness through support and discussion related to the promotion of equal opportunities and the elimination of barriers for persons with disabilities.
Co-chairs: Amanda Trothier (trothier@hartford.edu) and Laura Wheeler (lwheeler@hartford.edu)
Articles:
- Celebrating Disability Pride Month American Bar Association
- Disability Pride Month and the Disability Rights Movement PBS
- Why and How to Celebrate Disability Pride Month The Arc
- Why Disability Pride Month vs Disability Awareness Month? Specially Gifted
Books:
- Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Rights Activist by Judy Heumann with Kristen Joiner
- Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to Be an Ally by Emily Ladau
- Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law by Haben Girma
Movies and Shows:
- Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution Netflix
- Rising Phoenix Netflix
- A Quiet Place Paramount Plus
- 12 Shows and Movies that Feature Disability
Videos:
- 10 Interesting Facts About Disability Pride Month Twinkl, USA
- “Good” or “bad” are incomplete stories we tell ourselves TED@BCG
- Why design should include everyone TED NYC
Celebrating Heritage Months and Identity Recognitions:
Throughout the year, UHart commemorates national heritage months and identity acknowledgments. These recognitions are an opportunity for members of our community to continue learning and engaging in meaningful programming that recognizes, examines, and values the many identities that make UHart a strong community. Through programming like community spotlights, guest speakers, and panels, we foster an inclusive community at UHart.
Questions, comments, suggestions? Contact Jordan Brown, Inclusive Excellence and Belonging Coordinator (jorbrown@hartford.edu; 860.768.4932)