It's Disability Pride Month!

Jessi

“I wish for a world that views disability, mental or physical, not as a hindrance but as unique attributes that can be seen as powerful assets if given the right opportunities.” -Oliver Sacks

July is Disability Pride Month, which only officially started in 2015. This year marks the 31st anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, but more progress lies ahead! 

Disability can be physical or mental, common or rare, visible or invisible, or learning disabilities. Most disabilities are invisible!

Are you interested in learning more about living with disabilities? Check out these books below:

The image attached is of the Disability Pride flag, which was designed by Ann Magill, a disabled woman. 

 

This blog post reflects the opinions of the author and does not necessarily represent the views of Brooklyn Public Library.

 

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