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Do you ever wonder if simple actions can truly make a difference in someone's life? Happy Disability Pride Month! Meet Camille Mitchell (our friend, Cara D. Mitchell's big sister), an inspiring author born with arthrogryposis. Her book, "Please Don't Stare," teaches children and adults about embracing differences and fostering inclusivity. Camille says, "For me, it's about creating a world where everyone feels seen and valued, regardless of their abilities." A parent shared, "My child feels more understood and accepted after reading Camille's book. It has made a significant difference in how they see themselves and others." How to Be a Good Ally: ⚫ Smile and greet people naturally. Examples: Say hello, make eye contact, and use a friendly tone. 🔴 Offer help if someone seems to need it, but always ask first. Examples: "Can I assist you with that?" or "Would you like any help?" ⚪ Learn and share information about disabilities to promote understanding. Examples: Read articles, attend workshops, and share resources with friends. Order Camille’s book "Please Don't Stare" on Amazon: https://lnkd.in/eEsUVSTF Join us in celebrating Disability Pride Month by supporting Camille’s impactful work! ❤️ #aftermarketALLY #DisabilityPrideMonth #Inclusion #Allyship  

July is Disability Pride Month! This month we commemorate the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law on July 26, 1990. Every day is a time to celebrate people with disabilities, their identities, and contributions to society. Let's create more space for disabled individuals and embrace acceptance, ensuring everyone can thrive and feel valued. Here are some ways to advocate for inclusion within your daily life: • Educate Yourself: Learn about disabilities and challenges faced. • Use Inclusive Language: Be mindful and respectful. • Promote Accessibility: Advocate for ramps, elevators, and accessible spaces. • Support Disability-Owned Businesses: Shop and share. • Be an Ally: Support voices, challenge stereotypes. • Volunteer: Help organizations supporting disabilities. • Ensure Digital Accessibility: Use alt text, captions. • Advocate for Policies: Support inclusive legislation. • Be Considerate: Offer seats, hold doors. • Listen and Learn: Understand and engage. Together, we can create an inclusive world! #DisabilityPride #AcceptanceForAll #MakeSpace #EmbraceAcceptance #InclusionMatters

July is Disability Pride Month! It's a special time to celebrate the diversity, strength, and amazing contributions of the disability community. It's also a great reminder of the progress made and the work we still need to do to make the world more inclusive and accessible for all. At Transform, we’re all about inclusion and ensuring everyone can thrive. Disability Pride Month is a chance to celebrate the unique perspectives and talents that people with disabilities bring to our communities and workplaces. This month, let's: 💟 Raise Awareness: Learn more about the experiences of people with disabilities and the challenges they face. 💟 Promote Accessibility: Push for more inclusive practices and environments, both online and offline. 💟 Celebrate Achievements: Shine a spotlight on the accomplishments and contributions of individuals with disabilities. 💟 Support Each Other: Build a culture of empathy, understanding, and support. Join us in celebrating Disability Pride Month! Share your stories, lift up voices, and take action to make a difference. #DisabilityPrideMonth #Inclusion #Accessibility #Diversity #TransformCommunity

Happy Disability Pride Month! It’s truly a celebration and I love that our country takes the time to honor the advancements and contributions of individuals with disabilities, but it shouldn’t stop there. Support should be part of our everyday lives, all year round. I, along with others, get pulled in for the month of July, October, as well as December 3rd for awareness campaigns. It is my heart’s desire that our experiences and expertise are not limited to just awareness holidays. These are great launching pads, but making this a consistent and transcendent conversation that permeates everyday life should become a social norm. I strongly encourage and support everyone in taking the first step today, making a commitment to making our workplaces more inclusive. What are you doing this month to make a difference? Are you hosting inspiring events, joining impactful webinars, or committing to making your spaces more accessible? Maybe you’re launching new initiatives or engaging in service that changes policy or practices. Persons with disabilities are the largest marginalized community in the world, yet we are still fighting for equity & inclusion. It doesn’t have to be this way at all and you absolutely have the power to change that. Share your exciting plans and actions. We can work TOGETHER to create a more inclusive society, not just for this month, but for the next 365 days. Be an A11y 😎

🌟 Celebrating Diversity: Catalyst for Progress 🌍 In our daily lives, COVID-19 tests have become routine. However, for the visually impaired, interpreting results can be a challenge. In the Mediterranean, a staggering 15% of the population faces disabilities, making them the largest minority. Meet Jahda Abou Khalil and Patricia Sanz, two remarkable advocates for disability rights. At #UfM, we are steadfast in our commitment to empowering individuals with disabilities, placing a strong emphasis on economic inclusion and equal opportunities. Discover more about our efforts: https://lnkd.in/dEeNsZuf

This July, we celebrate Disability Pride Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the contributions, achievements, and diversity of people with disabilities. It's a month where we celebrate their unique abilities, challenge stigma, and promote inclusivity in all aspects of society. As we celebrate Disability Pride Month, it's important to remember that disability pride is not about ignoring the challenges that individuals face. It's about celebrating resilience, strength, and the rich diversity within the disability community. It's about advocating for accessibility, equality, and justice so that every person, regardless of ability, can live a life of dignity and fulfillment. Check out our latest blog and learn more about Disability Pride Month, its history, and how we all can celebrate: https://lnkd.in/eY24PpC4 #DisabilityPrideMonth #Pride #DEI #ForrestSolutions

July is Disability Pride Month! On July 26, 1990, President George H. W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law. Today, according to the ADA National Network, there are 54 million Americans living with a disability. Every July, we recognize Disability Pride Month by raising awareness, normalizing disability, reclaiming public visibility, and rejecting ableism. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02DSmnY0

✨ Happy Disability Pride Month! ✨ 🎉 This July, we celebrate the community's diversity, uniqueness, and resilience during Disability Pride Month. Since 1990, July has been a time to honor each individual's journey, advocate for inclusive practices, and uplift voices that strive for equality daily. 💙 Let's embrace this month with open hearts and minds, learning from each other's experiences. 🙌 We invite everyone to raise awareness & show your support with #DisabilityPride. 🌟 We are grateful for your efforts in making every space more accessible and inclusive. 🌐 Discover how Enhanced Voting makes democracy accessible for everyone ➡ https://bit.ly/3VVSxVV Alt Text: "Promotional video celebrating Disability Pride Month from Enhanced Voting: The first frame reads “Celebrating Disability Pride Month” with “July” in the top left corner, featuring a blue smiley face, a thumbs-up, and the Enhanced Voting logo. The next frame reads ‘Disability Pride Month July 2024’ at the top, ‘where democracy meets technology’ in the center, and the Enhanced Voting logo with EnhancedVoting.com at the bottom. The final frame shows the Enhanced Voting logo, the text ‘Enhanced Voting’, and the URL EnhancedVoting.com with a cursor icon." #EnhancedVoting #DisabilityPride #InclusionMatters #AccessibilityForAll #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityRights

🌟 Celebrating Disability Pride Month in July! 🌈 In the spirit of inclusivity and diversity, we join hands to amplify the voices of our amazing community during Disability Pride Month. 🎉 Disability Pride is all about celebrating and reclaiming our visibility in public because people with disabilities have historically been pushed out of public spaces. Within the flag, each colour stripe has a meaning: • Blue: mental illness. • Yellow: cognitive and intellectual disabilities. • Green: sensory perception disabilities. • Red: physical disabilities. • The Black Field: this field is to represent the disabled people who have lost their lives due to not only their illness, but also negligence, suicide, and eugenics. • The Lightning Bolt: the shape of the lightning bolt represents the non-lateral lives that many disabled people live, often having to adapt themselves or their physical routes to get around an inaccessible society. We embrace and celebrate the unique strengths, talents, and perspectives of individuals with disabilities. Together, we create a place that champions accessibility, acceptance, and equality for all. 🌍✨ #DisabilityPride #InclusionMatters #DiversityandInclusion #Equality #SocialJustice #EmbraceDifferences #celebration #DisabilityPrideMonth #diversity