SuperFest
Calling Up Justice celebrates disability specific programming. We are fans of this film festival that has featured so many great artists. We collaborated with them
Tag: disability representation
LEAD Cultural Arts Accessibility
As an integral part of the Kennedy Center’s Access/VSA International Network, the Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability (LEAD) program advances the full inclusion of people with disabilities in arts and culture. With a focus on expanding the breadth and scope of accessible programming, LEAD provides an opportunity for professionals in the field to develop best practices and resources; engage in conversations with colleagues and experts from around the world; and learn practical methods for designing inclusive arts experiences and environments.
Power Not Pity Podcast
POWER NOT PITY: A podcast for disabled people of color everywhere
Disability Representation in Comic Book Heroes and Villains
The representation of disability in comic books has been a complex and often problematic issue. Historically, disability has been portrayed through a medical model that focuses on individual impairments and frames disability as a personal tragedy or limitation. However, in recent years, a social model of disability has emerged that recognizes disability as a result of societal barriers and discrimination. This essay will explore the representation of disability in comic book heroes and villains through the lens of the social model of disability.
Dis/Rep Overview
The Dis/Rep project is a yearly series of virtual engagements focused on disability representation and accessibility that began in 2020. It utilizes a variety of formats, including book club-style discussions, a Discord server for asynchronous participation, web content, and remote engagement activities. The project is designed to be an anti-ableist, anti-racist, queer, and trans-positive space, centering the needs and voices of the disability community.