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The current attacks on our rights are trying to weaken our communities by separating us from each other. The power of our communities lies in how much we have to learn from one another. That is why this back to school season, ASAN is raising money to put tools in the hands of self-advocates with our guest speakers series. Our community is facing challenges beyond just ableism. This series’ speakers highlight how multiply-marginalized autistic people face more risks today and what all of us can do to protect our communities. Here are our guest speakers: Black, Brown, and Disabled: Unpacking Racialized Ableism in Education - Dr. Destiny Huff Thursday, August 21st at 4:00 PM EST, Get your Tickets here In this session our guest speaker, Dr. Destiny Huff will talk about how racism and ableism hurt Black and Latine students with disabilities at school. Schools in the United States are more likely to punish, silence, and segregate Black and Latine students with disabilities. This discrimination against Black and Latine students with disabilities is racist and ableist. This presentation talks about how systemic racism and ableism in schools hurts multiply-marginalized students. From biased referrals to punishments that exclude them, students of color with disabilities face more barriers to access, inclusion and affirmation. Anti-Fatness and Ableism - Stephenie Baldassarre Thursday, August 28th at 4:00 PM EST, Get your Tickets here Anti-fatness and ableism often show up in different ways, but they’re deeply connected. Anti-fatness is the word for the ways in which fat people are discriminated against because of their weight. Both anti-fatness and ableism are rooted in harmful ideas about which bodies are ‘normal,’ valuable, or worthy of respect. In this presentation, we’ll learn a bit about how anti-fatness and ableism overlap and affect people’s everyday lives—from doctor’s offices to sidewalks—and why it’s so important to address them together. Understanding Fascist Disability Policy - Esther Warwick Thursday, September 4th at 4:00 PM EST, Get your Tickets here Defending Democracy and Disability Rights helps people understand
If you want to attend all three sessions purchase the bundle ticket here! Tickets are $25 per session or $60 for all three. We are also offering a sliding scale option of $15 per session or $30 for all three. Your ticket directly supports ASAN’s mission and helps us continue to create accessible, community-led resources and programs. Whether you are new to advocacy work or an experienced self-advocate, there is always more to know. This back to school season, learn with us!
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