I am joining the disability march because some issues in this country need to be corrected women can help do that.  I marched for civil rights and feminism many years ago and it’s time to march again.  But I can’t physically manage it so this time, I’m there in spirit and in this lovely place….

  Why I Am Joining The March : Because everyone should be treated equally and with respect regardless of being disabled, a woman, their skin color, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs.

  I am joining this march because I am find the atmosphere surrounding this incoming admin. and their followers disturbing and dangerous.  My disability does not allow me to march in person but I am committed to speaking out and standing up when and where I can for what is right and to work hard…

My own body tried to restrain me from having a joyful life. If I was able to fight back, and regained control over my life, then there’s not much that can keep me from fighting for what is right and fair.

I’m 56 years old and have an invisible disability.  Two years ago I had a brainstem stroke which resulted in numerous issues including Wallenberg’s Syndrome, double vision, vertigo, the inability to walk and to do most everyday activities. Though I have progressed well in my recovery – I can walk again, my vision is stabilized,…

  I am marching to protect my rights as a person with a disability.

As a nonbinary lesbian living with chronic illnesses, I know what it is like to struggle and fight every day. With all of the gains we have made in this country in the past eight years, the unpredictable immediate future threatens those gains we have made and the progress many have made in furthering gains…

Recent events around the world, especially in our country, have called to my heart and inspired me to become more active in speaking out for the greater good of all people. I recently returned from Standing Rock, where I learned so much about speaking up for what’s right. Just a year after having a major…

I find myself frightened by what Trump ran on and how has acted since he won the electoral college.   Both for myself and those who have less social advantages that I a White woman have. I believe if he is not checked life will.get worse for people who are not rich white men,  particularly…