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Disability Pride Month is celebrated every July and is an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences, and struggles of the disability community.

Why July? It marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, landmark legislation that broke down barriers to inclusion in society. But barriers still exist, which is why we need to honor every kind of disability, the people who identify with them, and the wide range of supports they need to thrive. Here’s more about the history of Disability Pride Month and the story behind the flag.

Reading & Resources:

• List of books for and about people with disabilities (Ability Diverse)
  
• The treatment of people with disabilities throughout our history is marked by segregation, discrimination, and attacks on their basic human rights. Learn about key moments from UC Berkley’s archive on disability rights, as well as The Arc’s history.
• Check out the Disability Pride Month movie collection on Kanopy
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