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Lanie Molinar Carmelo<h1>🌟 Introduction Post 🌟</h1>Hi everyone! 👋 I'm Lanie Molinar Carmelo (she/her), and I'm thrilled to join the amazing community here on allovertheplace.ca! Here's a little about me:<h2>🧑‍💻 Who I Am</h2><ul><li>Conservative <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/Christian" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Christian</a> woman and <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/Aroace" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Aroace</a> </li><li>Totally <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/blind" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#blind</a> and <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/ActuallyAutistic" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ActuallyAutistic</a>, living with multiple <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/chronicIllnesses" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#chronicIllnesses</a> </li><li>Advocate for <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/DisabilityRights" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityRights</a>, passionate about creating a more inclusive world 🌍 </li></ul>I'm a <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/UsabilityTester" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#UsabilityTester</a> and an aspiring <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/AccessibilityConsultant" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AccessibilityConsultant</a>, working to make technology better for everyone, especially those of us with disabilities. I'm most passionate about helping those with multiple disabilities, as it's an area that doesn't get enough attention.<h2>🐾 Meet Squeaker!</h2>I'm also the proud human to my 10-year-old Miniature Pinscher, Squeaker, who is the best little companion anyone could ask for. 🐕💖 He drives me nuts sometimes, but I don't know what I'd do without him. My profile picture features me with Squeaker, and my header shows him wrapped in a blanket with just his adorable face peeking out!<h2>📚 What I’m Studying</h2>I'm currently learning:<ul><li>Digital Accessibility through the BIT Accessibility Analyst Course</li><li>Literary Braille Proofreading via the NLS</li><li>Programming on platforms like <a href="https://freecodecamp.org" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">freeCodeCamp</a> and <a href="https://codecademy.com" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Codecademy</a> </li></ul>My goal is to develop accessible apps that empower people with disabilities, contribute to open-source projects that promote inclusion, and just do what I can to make the world more accessible.<h2>💡 What I Do</h2>I run or co-lead several online support groups for people with multiple disabilities. These groups provide safe spaces to connect, share resources, and talk with others who "get it." You can find them here:<ul><li>Facebook: Multiple Disabilities Peer to Peer Support Group </li><li>Discord/Mailing List: MultAbilities </li><li>Clubhouse: People with Multiple Disabilities </li></ul>Right now, my focus is on growing these groups and making connections with others who are passionate about supporting multiply disabled individuals. If you're interested in joining or collaborating, feel free to reach out or check out my website at <a href="https://laniecarmelo.tech" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">laniecarmelo.tech</a>, where you'll find links to all the groups!<h2>🎮📖🍴 My Interests</h2>When I’m not advocating or studying, you can find me:<ul><li>Exploring <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/technology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#technology</a> and experimenting with self-hosting on my Raspberry Pi 🖥️ </li><li>Reading <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/SciFi" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SciFi</a>, <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/Fantasy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Fantasy</a>, <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/Mystery" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Mystery</a>, and some nonfiction 📚 </li><li>Playing <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/AccessibleGaming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AccessibleGaming</a> titles like incremental games, puzzles, RPGs, roguelikes, and MUDs 🎮 </li><li>Enjoying delicious food—especially <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/chocolate" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#chocolate</a>, <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/seafood" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#seafood</a>, <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/milk" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#milk</a>, and <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/cheese" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#cheese</a> 🍫🧀 </li></ul>I also love swimming 🏊‍♀️ when my health allows it.<h2>🛠️ My Goals</h2>One day, I hope to found a nonprofit organization to support multiply disabled individuals. The nonprofit would:<ul><li>Provide peer support groups</li><li>Help fund assistive technology</li><li>Advocate for education and employment opportunities</li><li>Collaborate with disability-focused organizations to improve accessibility</li></ul>For now, I'm focused on running my support groups and building connections that could help make this dream a reality. If you have ideas or resources—or just want to chat—let me know! 🤝<h2>🤝 Let’s Connect!</h2>I’m always happy to chat about:<ul><li>Accessibility in <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/tech" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#tech</a> or tech in general </li><li>Disability advocacy </li><li>Programming (<a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/HTML" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#HTML</a>, <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/JavaScript" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#JavaScript</a>) </li><li>Braille </li><li>Books </li><li>Or just life in general! </li></ul>Feel free to follow me here or check out my website at <a href="https://laniecarmelo.tech" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">laniecarmelo.tech</a>.<a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/Introduction" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Introduction</a> <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a> <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/AccessibilityMatters" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AccessibilityMatters</a> <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/Blindness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Blindness</a> <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/AutismAcceptance" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AutismAcceptance</a> <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/ChronicIllnessWarrior" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ChronicIllnessWarrior</a> <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/TechForGood" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#TechForGood</a> <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/DisabilityAdvocate" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityAdvocate</a> <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/OpenSourceProjects" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OpenSourceProjects</a> <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/BrailleLiteracy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BrailleLiteracy</a> <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/GamingWithDisabilities" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#GamingWithDisabilities</a> <a href="https://allovertheplace.ca/tags/InclusiveDesign" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#InclusiveDesign</a>

Lanie CarmeloI'm looking to create an online group for people with multiple disabilities, their caregivers, and allies. Seeking recommendations for accessible, free, and user-friendly platforms!Key needs: • Accessible for various disabilities • Easy to use (even for non-tech-savvy folks) • Free to host • Not FacebookAny suggestions from the community? What platforms have worked well for you?<a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/Accessibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Accessibility</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/OnlineGroups" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OnlineGroups</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/AssistiveTech" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AssistiveTech</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/InclusiveDesign" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#InclusiveDesign</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/DisabilityRights" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityRights</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/Disability" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Disability</a> <a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/disability" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@disability</a> <a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/disabilityjustice" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@disabilityjustice</a> <a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/multipledisabilities" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@multipledisabilities</a>

OutOfExile_IDR § Écriture™️If you're disabled, and you only consider and accommodate people with your particular disability, you might be an ablest... Strike that, you are! I'm not always Pollyanna, sometimes I'm Oscar the grouch. Please don't take the lid off my can.“With Gentle Affect – Surviving Trauma” <a href="https://outofexileidr.vivaldi.net/2024/11/02/with-gentle-affect-surviving-trauma/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://outofexileidr.vivaldi.net/2024/11/02/with-gentle-affect-surviving-trauma/</a><a href="https://social.vivaldi.net/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a> <a href="https://social.vivaldi.net/tags/disability" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#disability</a> <a href="https://social.vivaldi.net/tags/DisabilitySolidarity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilitySolidarity</a> <a href="https://social.vivaldi.net/tags/CPTSD" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CPTSD</a> <a href="https://social.vivaldi.net/tags/ActuallyAutistic" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ActuallyAutistic</a> <a href="https://social.vivaldi.net/tags/ADHD" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ADHD</a> <a href="https://social.vivaldi.net/tags/InvisibleDisabilities" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#InvisibleDisabilities</a> <a href="https://social.vivaldi.net/tags/InvisibleDisabilityRights" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#InvisibleDisabilityRights</a> <a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/actuallyautistic" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@actuallyautistic</a> <a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/disabilityjustice" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@disabilityjustice</a> <a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/disability" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@disability</a>

Lanie CarmeloHello, caneandable.social! I'm Lanie, a 33-year-old <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/Christian" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Christian</a> woman from Pipe Creek, TX. I'm <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/aroace" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#aroace</a>, <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/TotallyBlind" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#TotallyBlind</a>, <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/ActuallyAutistic" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ActuallyAutistic</a>, and living with multiple <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/ChronicIllnesses" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ChronicIllnesses</a>. I've just moved over from tweesecake.social, so I'm excited to meet new people and reconnect with familiar faces!A bit about me: - I live with my mom and stepdad, who are my caregivers - I have a Miniature Pinscher named Squeaker - Currently studying programming on freeCodeCamp.org and codecademy.com and Braille proofreading through the NFB - I work as a usability tester and aspire to become an <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/accessibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#accessibility</a> consultant - My goal is to create a nonprofit for people with multiple <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/disabilities" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#disabilities</a>My interests include: - <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/Gaming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Gaming</a> (especially accessible games like incremental/idle games, word games, puzzles, RPGs, roguelikes, and MUDs) - <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/Technology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Technology</a> and <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/Cybersecurity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Cybersecurity</a> - <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/RareDiseases" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RareDiseases</a> and <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/DisabilityRights" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityRights</a> - Reading (sci-fi, fantasy, thrillers, mysteries, and nonfiction) - Swimming - Gardening (planning to start soon!)I'm passionate about <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/accessibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#accessibility</a> and creating a more inclusive digital world. I run online groups for people with multiple disabilities and am active in the <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a>.Some of my <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/health" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#health</a> conditions include occipital neuralgia, intracranial hypertension, Empty Sella Syndrome, fibromyalgia, hidradenitis suppurativa, GERD, gastroparesis, IBS, sleep apnea, migraines, and non-24-hour sleep-wake disorder.I use various devices to navigate the digital world, including a Windows computer, iPhone, Android tablet, Fire TV, Echo Dot, Apple Watch, wireless headphones, and a Braille display. <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/AssistiveTechnology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AssistiveTechnology</a>I'm always eager to connect with others who share similar experiences or interests. Feel free to reach out, especially if you're into <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/AccessibleTech" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AccessibleTech</a>, <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/DisabilityAdvocacy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityAdvocacy</a>, or if you just want to chat about books, games, or life with multiple disabilities!<a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/Introduction" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Introduction</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/NewHere" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#NewHere</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/BlindMastodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BlindMastodon</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/AutisticMastodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AutisticMastodon</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/ChronicIllness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ChronicIllness</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/ProgrammingLearner" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ProgrammingLearner</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/AccessibilityAdvocate" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AccessibilityAdvocate</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/DisabilityRights" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityRights</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/mastodonmigration" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#mastodonmigration</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/blind" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#blind</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/autism" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#autism</a> <a href="https://caneandable.social/tags/autistic" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#autistic</a>

Monica S.I’m interested in memoirs, blogs etcetera telling stories of resilience, surviving psychiatry, trauma (developmental). Please share them if you know any. <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MadLiterature" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MadLiterature</a>Lisa Wallace on why she left psychiatric care and why she may return one day <a href="https://www.psychiatrymargins.com/p/guest-post-a-psychiatric-survivor?r=c50ah&utm_medium=ios&utm_campaign=post" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.psychiatrymargins.com/p/guest-post-a-psychiatric-survivor?r=c50ah&utm_medium=ios&utm_campaign=post</a>Hashtags & Group mentions below<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Madness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Madness</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MadMastodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MadMastodon</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MadPride" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MadPride</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MadThought" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MadThought</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MadMovement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MadMovement</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MadStudies" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MadStudies</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Mad" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Mad</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Madodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Madodon</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TransMad" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#TransMad</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Ablesim" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Ablesim</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/InvisibleDisabilities" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#InvisibleDisabilities</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PsychiatricSurvivor" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PsychiatricSurvivor</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/AntiPsychiatry" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AntiPsychiatry</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DisabilityJustice" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityJustice</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LivedExperience" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LivedExperience</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PsychSurvivor" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PsychSurvivor</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ChronicPain" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ChronicPain</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DisabilityMastodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityMastodon</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Neurodivergent" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Neurodivergent</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RadicalMentalHealth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RadicalMentalHealth</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CripCamp" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CripCamp</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DisabilityRights" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityRights</a> <a 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Jack (they/them)I try to stay on top of remembering to give mutual aid whenever I can and this was an awesome reminder for me (just sent some money to help someone in my community and now I'm gonna get a badass print too? Hell yea!) so I'm sharing this in the hope the reminder encourages others too give as well (and get one of Lee's awesome prints! double win!). Our world is a better place when we all do what we can to help others, and mutual aid lets us directly give people in our communities help when they need it and in the way they need it. 💜:boost_ok: boosts encouraged to help this reach more people! <a href="https://catcatnya.com/@inherentlee@strangeobject.space/111098106412151894" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://catcatnya.com/@inherentlee@strangeobject.space/111098106412151894</a><a href="https://catcatnya.com/tags/MutualAid" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MutualAid</a> <a href="https://catcatnya.com/tags/OnlineCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OnlineCommunity</a> <a href="https://catcatnya.com/tags/QueerCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#QueerCommunity</a> <a href="https://catcatnya.com/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a> <a href="https://catcatnya.com/tags/NeurodivergentCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#NeurodivergentCommunity</a>

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OutOfExile_IDR § Voice ®™️"Disability ID and Disability Deaths" Conclusion: "Justice for Elijah McClain" (2 of 2) CONTENT WARNING (CW): the details and videos of this event may be disturbing to some. The winds of change began to blow in the summer of 2020. A change.org petition compiled over 2 million signatures, seeking justice for Elijah McClain. On June 10, 2020, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis told the public, Atty Gen Phil Weiser would be investigating the death of McClain. Also that June, protesters shut down a section of Interstate 225, demanding accountability for his death. In the series of peaceful demonstrations, protesters were also targeted by police. During those protests, when heavily militarized police arrived, the legendary chant began, "WHY ARE YOU IN RIOT GEAR! WE DON'T SEE NO RIOT HERE". Finally, there was momentum in the battle for some form of justice. In September, 2021, over two years after the crime, a 32 count grand jury indictment charged the five first responders for their actions. The forensic pathologist who was part of the grand jury investigation, concluded the cause of death was "homicide". The individuals named in the grand jury indictment were: officers Randy Roedema, Nathan Woodyard, Jason Rosenblatt, and paramedics Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec. All five were charged with "Manslaughter" and "Criminally negligent homicide" among other charges. Roedema, Rosenblatt and both EMTs were additionally charged with "Second-degree assault" and "Crime of violence". The trial of officers Randy Roedema and Jason Rosenblatt, being tried together, was scheduled to start on July 10 but, was postponed, with no new date set at that time. The indictment was followed by a series of other events. In September 2022, well after the grand jury indictment, Adams County announced, the original 2019 autopsy report had been amended. It now stated the means as "COMPLICATIONS OF KETAMINE ADMINISTRATION FOLLOWING FORCIBLE RESTRAINT". However, the cause of death was still listed as "UNDETERMINED", rather than "homicide". Interestingly enough, in November 2021, the city of Aurora agreed to pay the family of Elijah McClain, $15 million to settle a federal civil rights action.Next week, the first of the three trials is set to begin, as paramedics Cooper and Cichuniec have a court date on August 7. Nathan Woodyard, the first Aurora officer on the scene, will stand trial alone beginning on September 18. The judge that pushed back the Roedema and Rosenblatt case, expressed hopes for a rescheduling by October. Four years will have elapsed since Elijah McClain's death, before any proceedings against police will begin. That fact alone underscores other findings of "implicit bias" in regard to racial and disability justice. Unfortunately, that problem is not limited to Colorado.It's reported that over 1100 people were killed by police in 2022, other reports say, "half of people killed by police have a disability". It seems to be a dangerous time if someone decides another is different, especially if that someone has authority. People with disabilities are not a "new thing", and represent about 26% of the US population. Why should it be necessary to teach those sworn to "serve and protect", basics like: understanding, accommodation, proper communication, and preservation of dignity, when it comes to invisible disability? Can things like human decency, actually be taught with "adequate training"? Considering Elijah and the story of Christian Glass, is it any wonder many individuals with invisible disabilities, are afraid to call police for help? How many such crimes are covered up or not reported? Will an ID card really change anything? More importantly, why did so many have to suffer, before anyone heard them call... "I'm just different. I'm just different, that's all".OutOfExile_IDR © 2023Elijah McClain's last words: CW "I can't breathe. I have my ID right here. My name is Elijah McClain. That's my house. I was just going home. I'm an introvert. I'm just different. That's all. I'm so sorry. I have no gun. I don't do that stuff. I don't do any fighting. Why are you attacking me? I don't even kill flies! I don't eat meat! But I don't judge people, I don't judge people who do eat meat. Forgive me. All I was trying to do was become better. I will do it. I will do anything. Sacrifice my identity, I'll do it. You all are phenomenal. You are beautiful and I love you. Try to forgive me. I'm a mood Gemini. I'm sorry. I'm so sorry. Ow, that really hurt! You are all very strong. Teamwork makes the dream work. [after vomiting] Oh, I'm sorry, I wasn't trying to do that. I just can't breathe correctly."PART ONE: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110710011783405013" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110710011783405013</a>PART TWO: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110732685184804207" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110732685184804207</a>PART THREE; <a href="https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110738275935209052" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110738275935209052</a>PART FOUR – Christian Glass: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110755046372094242" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110755046372094242</a>Half of People Killed by Police Have a Disability: <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/half-people-killed-police-suffer-mental-disability-report-n538371" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/half-people-killed-police-suffer-mental-disability-report-n538371</a>Six minute video analysis of Elijah McClain's: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGlHMZQtO7U" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGlHMZQtO7U</a>Full 3 hour video including multiple officers body cam footage and Elijah McClain's mother attempting to get answers: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5NcyePEOJ8" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5NcyePEOJ8</a>Adams County Sheriff – no charges in the death of Elijah McClain: <a href="https://kdvr.com/news/problem-solvers/elijah-mcclain-indictments-why-colorado-ag-filed-charges-when-adams-da-didnt/?ipid=promo-link-block2" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://kdvr.com/news/problem-solvers/elijah-mcclain-indictments-why-colorado-ag-filed-charges-when-adams-da-didnt/?ipid=promo-link-block2</a>Adams County coroner amendments autopsy report: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6WPP3-8AwU" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6WPP3-8AwU</a> includes video of the incidentTimeline, analysis of body cam footage in Elijah McClain case: <a href="https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/elijah-mcclain/elijah-mcclain-body-camera-video-analysis-timeline/73-68537e78-add9-4e66-97c6-a22c080b1e1e" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/elijah-mcclain/elijah-mcclain-body-camera-video-analysis-timeline/73-68537e78-add9-4e66-97c6-a22c080b1e1e</a>Police mock the death of Elijah McClain: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giOB3LJj_g0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giOB3LJj_g0</a>Accused killers plead not guilty: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUU-xE-uouQ" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUU-xE-uouQ</a>Protesters targeted: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2021/10/how-aurora-colorado-police-cover-up-misconduct-and-brutality.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thecut.com/2021/10/how-aurora-colorado-police-cover-up-misconduct-and-brutality.html</a>"Hundreds of Officers That Have Been Labeled Liars. Some Still Help Send People to Prison": <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/investigations/2019/10/14/brady-lists-police-officers-dishonest-corrupt-still-testify-investigation-database/2233386001/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/investigations/2019/10/14/brady-lists-police-officers-dishonest-corrupt-still-testify-investigation-database/2233386001/</a>Example of Aurora PD's racial profiling: <a href="https://sentinelcolorado.com/metro/police-courts/aurora-cop-who-shot-boy-14-part-of-unlawful-search-settlement-of-black-man/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://sentinelcolorado.com/metro/police-courts/aurora-cop-who-shot-boy-14-part-of-unlawful-search-settlement-of-black-man/</a>Legal analysis by Wolfberg and Wirth: <a href="https://www.ems1.com/legal/articles/legal-analysis-what-the-paramedic-criminal-charges-in-the-elijah-mcclain-case-mean-for-ems-wIPxkOn0Hn4ToKVk/" rel="nofollow noopener 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OutOfExile_IDR § Voice ®™️Disability ID and Disability Deaths – How Police Killed Elijah McClain (1of2) CONTENT WARNING (CW): The details and linked videos of this event may be disturbing to some. Image-eye contact.Even with the positives disability designator IDs might bring, it's unlikely a card will prevent authorities from abusing and killing people with invisible disabilities. Aside from a change in attitudes, there are still far too many, long-overdue reforms needed. Many instances of police induced death involving the disabled, including people with autism, brain injury, and hearing impairments, were blamed on the victim. Most were, in fact, a direct result of: Ablest attitudes (ignorance), use of excessive force, and unacceptable treatment attributed to inadequate training. Utilizing invisible disabilities to scapegoat victims and bury the case, is another tactic often employed but, "inadequate training", is not what has killed so many people with disabilities. Mentioned in part three of this piece, the history of one particular force, is a prime demonstration of a "pattern and practice", that has destroyed lives and families of people with invisible disabilities. According to other investigations, Aurora Colorado's pattern of policing, has raised concerns of implicit bias towards the disabled, POC and other marginalized people. Perhaps, one of the most famous examples from that city, is the death of a 23-year-old black man with autism and anemia, Elijah McClain. That case, sparked outrage from both the disabled and black communities, and with the first of three homicide trials set to begin in August, now is not the time to forget what happened to Elijah. The demeaning and despicable treatment he was subjected to, is not uncommon in "policing" of the disabled.August 24, 2019: Elijah McClain, a massage therapist, violinist and "gentle soul", was walking home from a convenience store not, far from his home. Because of his anemia, which often made him feel cold, he was known to wear a ski mask. On his way home, someone in a house he passed called police to report an unarmed, "sketchy" individual. Minutes Later, Aurora PD's Nathan Woodyard saw Elijah walking to his home and stopped. Within 9 sec. of exiting his car, Woodyard had his hands on Elijah McClain. Just seconds later, officers Randy Roedema and Jason Rosenblatt showed up, also engaging with Elisha. As he explained he was an "introvert" and was "just walking home", one of the officers responded, "Relax, or I'm going to have to change this situation".The officers had McClain against the wall before taking the five feet seven, 143 lb man to the ground. One of their body cameras was detached and landed in the grass, capturing an officer slowly walking out of view. With Elijah and police no longer being filmed clearly, one officer can be heard claiming, "he just grabbed your gun dude". Within four seconds of the allegation, Elijah can be heard choking as a result of police applying the carotid restraint, restricting his airflow. FOUR SECONDS?! One of the officers later told investigators that McClain "briefly" fell unconscious and the officers released their grasp on his neck. The chokehold was implemented only one min. and four sec. after the first officer exited his vehicle. The three officers involved, Woodyard, Rosenblatt and Roedema, all claimed their body cameras "fell off " in the "struggle" with this small statured young man.The video footage is very difficult to listen to. Elijah McClain can be heard gasping as he pleads with officers to stop, saying, "I can't breathe". Elijah continues to plead, saying his name and that he was "just going home". Through his sobs, came the words myself and many others with invisible disabilities, will never forget. "I'm just different. I'm just different, that's all". It's hard to hear the police on the audio of one body cam but, Elijah's words are clear… "I'm so sorry. I have no gun. I don't do that stuff. I don't do any fighting. Why are you attacking me?". As officers ignore his pleas, they seem to spin tales of their "struggle" with a 143 pound person. One repeated the accusation that McClain tried to grab officer Roedema's gun, and that they "had" to use the carotid hold.About six minutes after the initial contact by police, Elijah McClain can be heard vomiting for the first time. One of the officers commands him to "STOP" to which McClain apologized saying, "I'm sorry. I wasn't trying to do that. I just can't breathe correctly". In the next few minutes, McClain gets sick "a few more times" while officers held him facedown on the ground, telling him repeatedly to stop resisting. Reports say he was also handcuffed and still wearing the ski mask when he was sick, and as a result, was struggling to breathe. He may have been trying to roll on his side or remove the mask to breathe better, as police seemed to be acting out a show of "resisting arrest" for the body cam audio.Police can be heard threatening him, "Don't get up. It's not gonna be good for you, I'm telling you right now". Another officer standing over him said "You keep messin' around, I'm unna bring my dog out here", saying he would let the dog attack Elijah. Approximately 11 minutes after the initial contact by officer Woodyard, the cameras capture police saying, "When the ambulance gets here, were gonna go ahead and give him some ketamine". This is also when they claimed "whatever he's on, he has incredible strength." Another concurs "yeah, crazy strength". It's alarming that police and individuals of such character, have authority to mandate the administering of this powerful sedative.The timing of the accusation that Elijah McClain attempted to grab the firearm, only seconds after body cams were removed, is highly suspect. Again, McClain was 143 lbs, being held by three much larger men. While one of the officer's body cam was still attached, another can be heard telling him to "move" his camera. I don't believe the body cams dislodged, and firmly believe these accused murderers doffed them. The Maclean's attorney said police intentionally removed their body cameras "to support a false allegation that McClain reached for a gun". Though it is not clear on the video, there is absolutely, no doubt in my mind. The same is true, regarding their claims for body cam audio that Elijah was "struggling". If he was struggling, it was likely for air and survival.The report from paramedics, Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec claimed that when they arrived, Elijah was displaying signs of "excited delirium". The snap "diagnosis" was made, despite never touching, talking to, or checking Maclean's vitals. Were these paramedics scapegoating in an effort to protect their fellow first responders? After incorrectly estimating his weight, the paramedics administered 500 mg of ketamine to McClain, a dosage for someone nearly 60 to 70 pounds larger. For those who believe in forcibly drugging people, the proper ketamine dosage for Elijah's weight, is about 325 mg. Approximately 23 minutes after Nathan Woodyard stopped "to talk" to McClain, the officers responsible were informed, Elijah, had no pulse. Less than a week later, he was declared brain-dead on August 27, 2019, and died, three days later on the 30th.According to cpr.org–CPR news: "After McClain’s death, Dr. Stephen Cina, a contractor forensic pathologist for Adams County, completed the autopsy on Sept. 3, 2019. There were two Aurora police officers and two representatives from the Adams County District Attorney’s office in attendance". I'd be interested to hear that conversation, considering the findings of the autopsy. The Adams County corner ruled the cause of death as "undetermined" saying that, "a therapeutic amount" of ketamine was found in Maclean's system. The report, reeking of scapegoating, speculated about drug use and undiagnosed mental illness, while seeming to conclude nothing but suppositional "ifs".Excerpt from Dr. Cina's report: "The manner of death may be accident if it was an idiosyncratic drug reaction,” . “It may be natural if (McClain) had an undiagnosed mental illness that led to excited delirium, if his intense physical exertion combined with a narrow coronary artery led to an arrhythmia, if he had an asthma attack, or if he aspirated vomit while restrained."... "It may be a homicide if the actions of officers led to his death (eg. carotid control hold…)”.That's a lot of "Ifs". I can't help but wonder "IF", the presence of officers and DA personnel "may" have influence the doctors findings. In conjunction with the corners "undetermined" autopsy determination, Adams County DA Dave Young said, he would not bring charges against the officers. This seeming manipulation of justice, by those who controlled it, was met with outrage. Another slap in the face, illuminating the culture of APD, occurred in October 2019, less than two months after Elijah's death. Several other officers returned to the scene, taking pictures while they joyfully reenacted the cardioid hold, used on McClain. In July, 2020, after the photos were made public, three officers were fired and one resigned. It's remarkable that they were fired for mocking and taking pictures, while the officers that killed Elijah were still patrolling the streets. The shouts of "Justice for Elijah", became louder as it seemed this heinous police action was being ignored. Once again, protesters took to the streets.Protests, investigation, Arrests and Trials. 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OutOfExile_IDR § Voice ®™️"Can a Symbol Help Stop the Harm – Disability Designator ID and Disability Deaths" –Part one: (Approx 7 Min. read)In May, New Jersey passed bill S761, joining 12 other states in creating a "disability identifier" state ID program. With much of the media focus on autism, the law allows some with other disability related communication issues, to have an "official indication of their diagnosis", "notated" on their state issued ID. As a part, NJ will create "guidelines" for law enforcement to better accommodate people with invisible disabilities, through understanding and proper communication; rather than aggression, force, and unfounded assumptions of perpetration. Unlike other states, the NJ legislation appears to exclude many with disabilities and lack forethought regarding the medical privacies of participants. Even with the positives of various state actions, some feel these efforts may be futile, or accompanied by inherent negatives. Here, I'll be providing details on some of these programs, their potential negatives and, in part two, the reasons for creating them. The focus will be on the tragic stories of some victims that ultimately inspired Invisible Disability ID programs. People, like Elijah McClain and others, whose wrongful deaths resulting from interactions with police and first responders, brought national attention to this epidemic. The harm and loss of life at the hands of those there to serve and protect, is a horrifying thought to many with invisible disabilities, their loved ones; and should be, to anyone of decency. Alaska, was the first to pass disability ID "designator" legislation with two laws that seem to respect the medical privacies of' disabled citizens. Their "Disability Designator", is a "discrete symbol" on licenses, indicating a "medically verified cognitive, mental, neurological, or physical disability; or a combination thereof". Alaska and other states, use the Invisible Disabilities Association's (IDA) "i" symbol as the "designator". The reasoning behind this optional indicator is the same; to enlighten police and first responders, when they may view a person's communication or behavior as "different" or "unusual". Again, the goal is to prevent escalation and, as in many cases, harm to the individual with disabilities.Utah's disability designator, is a symbol on a sticker affixed to the ID. As in other states that use a symbol, Utah's program offers more medical confidentiality. It indicates only, that the person has a disability, without revealing diagnosis or specifics. In comparison with NJ's "notation of diagnosis", this seems much less intrusive. Utah's list of "examples of disabilities" covers any physical or mental health issue "that may interfere with the ability to communicate with a law enforcement officer". The list is much more inclusive of all disabilities than the narrow scope of the NJ law, even including diabetes, heart conditions and drug allergies. The Invisible Disabilities Association (IDA) in Colorado, is a nonprofit organization that spearheads the effort to create the "National Disability ID" (NDID) symbol program. They advocate nationwide with state and federal government, and were part of the 2022 federal identifier bill, HB–7217. Unfortunately, that bill died in committee. The IDA logo, a blue lowercase "i" shaped like a vertical Nike-style "swoosh", is used as Colorado's DL disability identifier as well. They began issuing their NDID–National Invisible Disability ID cards, prior to the passing of any legislation. Below, is an IDA link where people with invisible disabilities can obtain their own NDID, or "International Invisible Disability ID" card with little effort or personal information.Following Alaska, Colorado passed House Bill HB21–1014, making them the second state to pass "Symbolic" legislation which, also uses the wording "discrete" indicator. The law requires that the symbol on state identifications, must represent all types of disabilities under their program, in a state where history vividly illustrates the need for some type of solution. Colorado police and first responders have been responsible for causing the wrongful deaths of numerous people with invisible disabilities, attracting national attention more than once. The stories covered in part two, include several involving the same police force. Potential Concerns:In regard to the NJ action, the following phrase appears in the legislation: "the chief administrator shall indicate the autism spectrum disorder or communication disorder diagnosis by notating such information on the person's driver's license ...under the column designated for restrictions". There are many disabilities accompanied by communication limitations, that are not associated with autism, or (as NJ puts it) a "communication disorder". There are also aspects of disabilities, unrelated to communication, that can influence interactions with law-enforcement. Anyone of these may have been a factor in the known examples of police escalation causing harm or death to innocent people. NJ should consider this, designing their law to be more inclusive and respectful of the rights, privacies and protections of its disabled population.Broadcasting diagnosis on one's license is another concern to some, and raises some questions. How much protected medical information will appear in the NJ "notation"? Will the DMV gather medical history and driver's diagnosis' for its citizens with disabilities, then add unnecessary or unfounded "restrictions" to their licenses? With varying degrees of any disability, a generalized "notation of diagnosis" could present a lot of obvious undue challenges or barriers for many drivers with disabilities. Aside from police and first responders, there are others that may see the "notation of diagnosis" or identifier symbol on an individual's ID. Identification is shown to many people, including those at stores, restaurants, nightclubs, and hotels. Some stores even scan IDs when "proofing", essentially compiling a database of the information contained in license barcodes. Some feel that individuals could be targeted for discrimination, harassment, exploitation or abuse by corporations, employers, ablests or other unsavory individuals.For those who do not want the identifier on their license, these reforms may do little. If an individual without the voluntary "identifier" advises police they are disabled, will they be accommodated according to said guidelines? For those with the identifier, these changes are only as good as those who implement them. Will the guidelines and training be designed to actually accommodate or, be just another hollow disability regulation, created by oblivious abled politicians. Will police abide by the guidelines? Body cams were implemented to prevent misconduct and create accountability. However, frequent claims by police that cameras "fell off", leave many feeling they were intentionally removed to obviate the recording of their transgressions. Will a symbol on a driver's license prevent such unnecessary harm to the disabled? Colorado's designator law passed two years ago but, another murder of someone with invisible disabilities occurred last fall. The individual, experiencing an obvious mental health crisis, called for police assistance after becoming stranded and, was ultimately shot. The many recurring incidences may cause anyone to ask; is the motto to "serve and protect", or to harm and kill? In part two, I will focus on the people with invisible disabilities, autism, mental health challenges and hearing impairment, that were harmed or murdered by police and first responders. Unfortunately, we cannot ask many of those individuals if they feel a symbol on their license would've changed anything. With all the people that have been lost unnecessarily, this is no longer a <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a> issue – It's something everyone should be standing against.OutOfExile_IDR ™ – © 2023Identification card from IDA: <a href="https://invisibledisabilities.org/national-disability-id/national-disability-id-card/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://invisibledisabilities.org/national-disability-id/national-disability-id-card/</a>For more on "National Disability Identification" (NDID): <a href="http://www.ndid.help/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.ndid.help/</a> NJ S761 bill: <a href="https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/S761/2022" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/S761/2022</a>Alaska disability designator – GOVERNMENT SITE: <a 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OutOfExile_IDR § Voice ®™️"Arrests are Almost Like Merit Badges" – Protesters Change History for Citizens with Disabilities:Today, Out Of Exile – Invisible Disability Rights honors "The Gang of 19" and the disability rights activist group, "ADAPT" (Atlantis Community). Forty-five years ago this week, they demanded, and were instrumental in winning, independence for people with mobility disabilities across the country. This act, is considered by many, to be the birth of the disability rights movement in the US. The unique methods they used, make their story worth exploring… They're just that cool.On July 5, 1978, as a Denver RTD bus was picking up passengers at Colfax Avenue and Broadway, a group of individuals rolled their wheelchairs in front of the vehicle. After a second bus pulled up to the stop, other wheelchair users maneuvered themselves behind it, forming a blockade. The buses remained trapped between the wheelchair users for the next 24 hours. Chanting, "WE WILL RIDE!", the protesters message of "TAXATION WITHOUT TRANSPORTATION" forced a nation to take notice of the disability rights movement. Are the tax dollars of persons are with disabilities worth less than the tax dollars of others? Are individuals with disabilities deserving of less public accommodations than their "abled" co-citizens? The demand: That one third of Denver city buses be made wheelchair accessible. Thanks to the courage of "the gang's" heroic actions, public buses across the country are equipped to provide accessibility, independence and a bit of equality for people with disabilities.Check out the "Gang of 19" PBS documentary contained in the links below. You can also read more about the bus blockade, ADAPT's role in the Americans With Disabilities Act, or the time wheelchair user's pulverized a curb with sledgehammers thus, forging the way for inclines at crosswalks. In hindsight, it's outrageous that it took a sledgehammer demolition, to generate understanding about the barriers and safety concerns facing wheelchair users, just trying to cross the street. There is however, much more work to be done to better the lives of all people with disabilities.Every year as fireworks explode in celebration, I raise a glass to toast the liberty that these "Denver Pioneers" fought to win, for so many with disabilities. The neurodivergent thinkers behind these creative acts of social defiance, are nothing short of legendary. The anniversary of the "Gang of 19" blockade is truly something to celebrate. It also serves as a reminder that, a loud voice or action is sometimes necessary in the fight for disability rights, equality and, to finally <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TearDownTheWall" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#TearDownTheWall</a>. "Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed." Martin Luther King Jr.OutOfExile_IDR ™ – © 2023. Don't forget the ALT text.Gang of 19 – History.com: <a href="https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/gang-of-19-disability-activists-protest-denver-bus-system" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/gang-of-19-disability-activists-protest-denver-bus-system</a>"Arrests are Almost Like Merit Badges" More Stories of ADAPT Activism: <a href="https://www.denverpost.com/2017/07/05/adapt-disabled-activists-denver/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.denverpost.com/2017/07/05/adapt-disabled-activists-denver/</a>Watch the PBS special – We Will Ride: 44 years after the "Gang of 19" protests: <a href="https://www.rmpbs.org/blogs/rocky-mountain-pbs/gang-of-19-43-year-anniversary/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.rmpbs.org/blogs/rocky-mountain-pbs/gang-of-19-43-year-anniversary/</a>More on the "Gang of 19": <a href="https://abilitychicagoinfo.blogspot.com/2017/07/we-will-ride-adapt-gang-of-19-in-denver.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://abilitychicagoinfo.blogspot.com/2017/07/we-will-ride-adapt-gang-of-19-in-denver.html</a>More Work to Be Done: <a href="https://www.rmpbs.org/blogs/rocky-mountain-pbs/more-work-to-be-done-42-years-after-gang-of-19-protest/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.rmpbs.org/blogs/rocky-mountain-pbs/more-work-to-be-done-42-years-after-gang-of-19-protest/</a>Remembering the Gang of 19: <a href="https://www.westword.com/news/disability-protesters-gang-of-19-remembered-in-denver-10496346" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.westword.com/news/disability-protesters-gang-of-19-remembered-in-denver-10496346</a><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/GangOf19" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#GangOf19</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ADAPT" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ADAPT</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/disability" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#disability</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DisabilityRights" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityRights</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/activism" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#activism</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SocialJustice" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SocialJustice</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/protest" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#protest</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/equality" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#equality</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/change" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#change</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/InvisibleDisabilityRights" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#InvisibleDisabilityRights</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SpeakUp4Change" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SpeakUp4Change</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/accessibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#accessibility</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NoBarriers" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#NoBarriers</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/accommodation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#accommodation</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/WheelchairUsers" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WheelchairUsers</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ADA" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ADA</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DisabilitySolidarity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilitySolidarity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DisabilityVoice" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityVoice</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/respect" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#respect</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/dignity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#dignity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CommunityIntegration" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" 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Joy Lives HereDear Followers,Thank you for finding and following me here at mas.to! I'm glad you've found my content worthwhile enough to add me to your network.Head's up! I'm planning to redirect from @mas.to to a new account on @disabled.social today. It's been lovely being on @mas.to as I was learning <a href="https://mas.to/tags/Mastodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Mastodon</a> and getting aquainted w/the <a href="https://mas.to/tags/Fediverse" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Fediverse</a>, but the <a href="https://mas.to/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a> is my home. Will update with the new info soon!<a href="https://mas.to/tags/Mastodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Mastodon</a> <a href="https://mas.to/tags/Migration" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Migration</a> <a href="https://mas.to/tags/AccountMigration" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AccountMigration</a> <a href="https://mas.to/tags/MovingDay" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MovingDay</a>

OutOfExile_IDR § Voice ®™️Remember the saying, "There no "I' in team"?Don't be so sure about that. From the mouth of babes. (Thanks "Ellen")<a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/humor" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#humor</a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/wisdom" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#wisdom</a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/Kids" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Kids</a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/SayTheDarndestThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SayTheDarndestThings</a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/teamwork" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#teamwork</a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/DisabilitySolidarity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilitySolidarity</a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/disability" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#disability</a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/InvisibleDisabilityRights" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#InvisibleDisabilityRights</a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/sports" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#sports</a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/GoBolts" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#GoBolts</a>

CavarHere's my first subscriber-only substack post, on misinterpretation, models of <a href="https://zirk.us/tags/disability" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#disability</a> , and how we might together imagine against medicalization. Check it out and consider subscribing!<a href="https://zirk.us/tags/DisabilityMastodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityMastodon</a> <a href="https://zirk.us/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a> <a href="https://zirk.us/tags/DisabilityStudies" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityStudies</a> <a href="https://zirk.us/tags/Madodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Madodon</a> <a href="https://zirk.us/tags/MadStudies" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MadStudies</a> <a href="https://zirk.us/tags/antipsychiatry" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#antipsychiatry</a> <a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/disability" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@disability</a> <a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/disabilityjustice" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@disabilityjustice</a> <a href="https://librarycard.substack.com/p/you-are-asking-the-wrong-questions" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://librarycard.substack.com/p/you-are-asking-the-wrong-questions</a>

Tara MossGreetings. I’m still working out how to use this platform, but I wish you a good day and a hearty welcome to my new profile.  <a href="https://c.im/tags/Introductions" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Introductions</a> About me: I am an author and advocate. My 14th book THE GHOSTS OF PARIS is out now, and follows on from my international bestseller, THE WAR WIDOW. My new short story The Husband Machine published last week in BLACK IS THE NIGHT. I write <a href="https://c.im/tags/HistoricalFiction" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#HistoricalFiction</a>, crime fiction, non-fiction, <a href="https://c.im/tags/noir" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#noir</a> and <a href="https://c.im/tags/gothic" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#gothic</a> <a href="https://c.im/tags/paranormal" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#paranormal</a> fiction. I'm also an award-winning human rights advocate, UNICEF ambassador and <a href="https://c.im/tags/disability" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#disability</a> and chronic pain advocate diagnosed with <a href="https://c.im/tags/CRPS" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CRPS</a>. I'm interested in lots of things, including what you are up to. That's more than enough Tooting from me. Over to you...<a href="https://c.im/tags/BookPeople" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BookPeople</a> <a href="https://c.im/tags/writers" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#writers</a> <a href="https://c.im/tags/author" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#author</a> <a href="https://c.im/tags/writing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#writing</a> <a href="https://c.im/tags/DisabilityCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DisabilityCommunity</a>

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