I have marched since 1979 for women’s rights and civil rights and Queer rights and Neo-Pagan rights. I am disabled in a number of ways now and can’t march. Cant stand for lon either. I am greatful for this new way to march so that I can participate in action until I die. I am…

Why I’m Joining The March: I’m joining the march to be present in solidarity with other disabled people so that we can be visible as a population. Bio: Terri is a queer person of color, an actor and performance artist living in Chicago. She has spina bifida.

I’m marching to show support and love to all Americans, in fact to all humans, who will suffer or are already suffering due to the Trump administration, whether through policies or simply through Trump’s example that bullying and bigotry are to be revered instead of stopped. I’m horrified and embarrassed that the leader of our…

I’m joining the march because I have a seizure disorder and cannot legally drive to the march in Washington. My brain surgery and subsequent diagnosis render me a walking pre-existing condition. I can’t function without my daily medication, and without insurance, it costs over $600 per month. Though I am a woman, and a disabled…

I have Arnold-Chiari Malformation Syndrome. I underwent 18 brain surgeries during an eight-year period. I still suffer from chronic headaches. I am also hypothyroid, and am on several medications to manage both conditions. I am married to a teacher, and we have two boys, one of whom also has Arnold-Chiari Malformation Syndrome and suffers from…

I am marching because it is my belief that if I see something that is wrong it is my moral and ethical obligation to stand up and say something no matter if it only affects people who are different than me or if it impacts myself directly. Today I am marching because of all of…

I’m unable to participate in the march due to fibromyalgia and Crohn’s disease. I am sad that I won’t be there with everyone. Rock on nasty women!  

I am joining the Disability March because I cannot physically join the March in DC this weekend. I have Fibromyalgia and Arthritis among other chronic illnesses and so I have mobility and endurance issues. First, I march for myself; I have applied for SSDI and should finally have a hearing this summer but I fear…

Before the past year, and my current health issues, I have had an long history of taking part in protests, marches and occupations. Both of my sons (ages 13 and 25) have much experience with expressing their rights to protest. Due to my health issues I was not able to go to Standing Rich in…