Hi! My name is Amanda
I am a deaf and disabled advocate who inspired by challenges that exist in our world. Started by questioning the barriers, it has expanded into exploring policy issues and mobilizing for change
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Climate Change From The Perspective of Disability
Today is Earth Day! This year’s theme is Conscious Consumption. As a disabled person, the climate movement historically has excluded the lived experience of persons with disabilities when considering solutions and impact of climate change
Disability is not Just Visible | Beyond the Logo
Disability experiences are diverse and fluid. Learn about the issues with the current perception of disability and how it will impact progress for a more accessible and inclusive society.
First Voice Can Lead the Change in Nova Scotia
This past month has been eventful in Nova Scotia. With the 1.19 billion dollars deficit, there were funding cuts that significantly impacted Mi’kmaw, African Nova Scotian, 2SLGBTQIA+, and disability communities. The cuts were towards staff, operations, and programming that support…