Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong

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
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lily-newton-3b0b5b229
Website: https://www.easterseals.com/


Connect with Erin Hawley
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinhawley2
Website: https://www.easterseals.com/

What is Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong?

Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong is a podcast for the disability community by the disability community, hosted by two disabled women. But if you’re not disabled, listen in to learn about real issues, celebrations, and conversations disabled people are having in their communities. Powered by Easterseals.