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In Case You Missed It…Disability Through a Brand New Lens

By: Editors at Women's eNews | February 26, 2019

Lights! Camera! Access! 2.0 Summit & Panel Discussion: Disability Through a Brand New Lens –Talent with Disabilities in Front of and Behind the Camera in Television, Film and Streaming

Top Row (l-r): Jodi Delaney; Television Academy Foundation; Dennis Doty, The Caucus; Tari Hartman Squire, EIN SOF Communications; CJ Jones, Sign World Media/Actor; Tanya Hart, The Caucus; Michael Berk, The Caucus; Douglas Schwartz, Baywatch co-creator Bottom Row (l-r): Monika Mikkelsen, Paramount Pictures; Kaitlyn Yang, Alpha Studios; and Zach Anner, Story Editor, Speechless Photo by: John Lawson

Lights! Camera!

Philanthropy

‘My Passion, My Philanthropy’: Loreen Arbus’ Work Defined By Marginalization

By: Loreen Arbus | March 16, 2017

From her organization, the Loreen Arbus Foundation, to her long list of other philanthropic work, Arbus has committed herself to girls, women and those with disabilities. The latest in the series “My Passion, My Philanthropy.”

Teen Voices

Kenyan Girl Rejected by Schools for Her Disability

By: Miriam Wangui Wanjiku | March 1, 2017
From our partner Daraja Academy

A young Kenyan thanks her schools for the medicine, confidence and education provided after local options rejected her because she has a disability.

Teen Voices

‘Seat at the Table’ video: Invisible Disability in Spotlight

By: Katina Paron (Editor of Teen Voices) | February 17, 2017

Global Fund for Women’s Musimbi Kanyoro calls Bryn Healy a “pioneer” for bringing invisible disabilities to the spotlight in this second installment of their “A Seat at the Table” conversation.

Teen Voices

‘Seat at the Table’ video: Overcoming ‘Sweet’ to Get to ‘Sexy’

By: Katina Paron (Editor of Teen Voices) | January 16, 2017

Johileny says her disability caused a delay in her social life. In this final installment of their “Seat at the Table” conversation, Dr. Danielle Sheypuk tells her that by becoming “comfortable with your body and your disability” she can fight the internalised ableism that keeps her from dating.

Teen Voices

‘Seat at the Table’ video: Education Key for Girls with Disabilities

By: Katina Paron (Editor of Teen Voices) | January 13, 2017

This “Seat at the Table” conversation documents the first time Johileny Meran meets a doctor and a professional who uses a wheelchair, just like she does.

Teen Voices

What Type of Starer Are You?

By: Trinity Miller | October 10, 2016

Because of her spinal muscular atrophy, Trinity Miller uses a ventilator, which draws attention from strangers and peers alike; but Trinity has her own things say about how their reactions make her feel. This story is part of Teen Voices’ Girl Fuse series, featuring stories by and about girls with disabilities.

Teen Voices

Teen With Cerebral Palsy Gains Independence With “School Mom”

By: Johileny Meran | September 30, 2016

Because of her cerebral palsy, teen Johileny Meran needs help at school. When she finally found a paraprofessional who allowed her to do things for herself, the impact was momentous.

Teen Voices

Teen Finds Dysfunction, Ignorance Around Those With Disabilities in Brunei

By: Jasmin Thien | September 21, 2016

When a teen writer is assigned to interview peers in Brunei who also have disabilities, she uncovers a dysfunction in her country she didn’t expect. This story is part of Teen Voices’ Girl Fuse series, featuring stories by and about girls with disabilities.

Teen Voices

Teen Fashionista Focuses on Adaptive Designs

By: Delaina Parrish | September 7, 2016

When trying on her original fashion designs became a hassle, Delaina Parrish turned her attention toward strategic designs that would make clothing more accessible for girls with unique bodies and abilities. This story is part of Teen Voices’ Girl Fuse series, featuring stories by and about girls with disabilities.