Introducing Disability Disrupted

13/03/2025 9 min Temporada 1 Episodio 1
Introducing Disability Disrupted

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In the inaugural episode of Disability Disrupted, hosts Nate and Rissa introduce their podcast, focusing on disability rights, advocacy, and personal experiences with neurodivergence. They share their journeys of self-discovery, the challenges faced growing up, and their motivations for advocating for change in the disability community. The episode emphasizes the importance of discussing disability rights as human rights and the need for greater accessibility and inclusion in society.TakeawaysDisability rights are at risk in 2025.DEI programs are under attack.Medicaid funding is in danger of being cut.Disabled voices are often ignored.Personal stories are crucial for understanding disability.Advocacy is essential for change.Masking is a common experience for neurodivergent individuals.Accommodations should not need justification.The podcast aims to challenge outdated narratives.Disability rights are human rights.00:00Introduction to Disability Disrupted02:11Personal Stories of Neurodivergence06:27The Journey of Advocacy and Change

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