Just Between Us: Disability Pride Month
Your co-hosts Erin & Lily have a special segment today called “Just Between Us!” Today’s episode is all about the importance of Disability Pride Month. They share their thoughts on why it's crucial to celebrate being disabled and not just focus on ableism. Erin & Lily also discuss how pride in their identities as disabled people and as friends empowers them.
We hope you enjoy today’s real (and unfiltered) episode. Happy Disability Pride Month!
Timestamps
04:06 Claiming pride in queer and disabled identity.
06:46 I understand the need to educate, but...
13:14 Navigating disability pride in online content.
14:12 Discussion on sharing disabled experiences and challenges.
18:06 Experience of cultural recognition.
21:38 Embracing disability pride, simplifying routines for ease.
28:25 Being proud of oneself fights ableism.
Connect with Lily Newton
Website: https://www.easterseals.com/
Connect with Erin Hawley
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Website: https://www.easterseals.com/
