Camp Sunshine has many reasons to celebrate this year and we find it most appropriate to join others in celebrating Disability Pride for the month of July. "Disability is a part of the rich tapestry of human diversity…All disabilities and their intersecting identities should be acknowledged, valued, and respected, and one way to do that is during Disability Pride Month." Jackie Dilworth, communications director at The Arc of the United States, a disability rights organization.
Just like other months of the year that focus upon minority groups and their contributions to our nation’s history, July is an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, and experiences of Americans with Disabilities.
Curious to learn more about Disability Justice, inclusion, or how the disability movement has changed history? Here’s a roundup of resources that the Camp Sunshine team has found helpful in our training and educational journey.
A reminder: please don’t consider this an official endorsement of all ideas or concepts presented in this content - these are just a starting place for self-education and critical thinking.
Film
Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution
Books
Being Heumann, a memoir by Judy Heumann Fully Alive: Discovering What Matters Most by Timothy Shriver
Articles/TED Talks & Short Videos
Do Your D&I Efforts Include People with Disabilities? Don't be scared to talk about disabilities. Here's what to know and what to say
Dr. Victor Pineda and Advocacy | The Heumann Perspective - YouTube’Demystifying Disability with Emily and Ellen Ladau
How Architecture Changes for the Deaf (YouTube)
The Heumann Perspective | Judy Heumann's YouTube Channel (YouTube)
Podcasts
The Heumann Perspective | Judy Heumann's podcast Social Media
Organizations
Disability Network Southwest Michigan - particularly their Abelism trainings. Events Listings
Social Impact Shopping, Dining & Services
Brody's Be Cafe (Ada) Kenzie's Be Cafe (Grand Haven)
Maggie's Be Cafe (Hudsonville) Beer City Dog Biscuits (Shop online & in Grand Rapids, MI) Beyond26 Document Shredding Services Stir It Up Bakery
The Next Chapter Book Mart - Holland
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