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Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium

Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium

Honoring the historic struggle of Western Pennsylvanians with disabilities to attain human and civil rights.

  • ABOUT
    • MISSION, VISION, & OBJECTIVES
    • EXECUTIVE & STEERING COMMITTEES
    • ADVISORS
    • STAFF
    • FUNDING
    • SPEAKERS BUREAU
    • IMPACT REPORTS
      • 2025 IMPACT REPORT
      • 2024 IMPACT REPORT
      • 2023 IMPACT REPORT
    • CONTACT
  • HISTORIC RESOURCES
    • HISTORIC TIMELINE
    • WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA DISABILITY HISTORY COLLECTIONS
    • PENNSYLVANIA DISABILITY HISTORY RESOURCES
    • NATIONAL DISABILITY HISTORY RESOURCES
    • MEDIA ITEMS
    • RESEARCH INSTITUTIONAL RECORDS
    • HISTORIC MATERIALS SURVEY
  • OUR PROJECTS
    • VOICES OF CHANGE PROJECT
    • RACE & DISABILITY PROJECT
    • OTHER STORIES
    • POLK CENTER PROJECT
    • GATHER FOR CHANGE
      • Medical Safeguarding (Webinar)
      • A Vision for Families (2-part webinar)
      • The Camera’s Eye: Telling the Story of Disability through the Power of Film (Webinar)
      • The History of Human Services (2-day, in-person workshop)
    • PENNSYLVANIA DISABILITY HISTORY COLLABORATIVE
    • ADVOCACY
  • EVENTS
    • BEYOND HISTORY (10/22/2025)
    • COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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News

Thank You for Advancing Disability History with Us This Year!

12/18/2025

As we come to the close of the year, we want to pause and say thank you. Your support, participation, and belief in the work of the Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium … [Read more...] about Thank You for Advancing Disability History with Us This Year!

In Memory of Paul O’Hanlon: Champion for Disability and Civil Rights

12/09/2025

We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Paul O’Hanlon, a longtime member of the Consortium’s Advisory Committee and a leading voice for disability rights in Western Pennsylvania. Paul … [Read more...] about In Memory of Paul O’Hanlon: Champion for Disability and Civil Rights

Our 2025 Impact Report is Here

12/04/2025

We’re excited to share our 2025 Impact Report, celebrating progress made possible by your support. This year, we strengthened the foundation of the Consortium so our mission can grow sustainably: … [Read more...] about Our 2025 Impact Report is Here

Kathleen Peer Kleinmann, Disability Rights Advocate

11/13/2025

By Taylor Akers, Preservation Associate Kathleen Kleinmann, a founding member of the of the Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium, is a renowned disability rights leader. … [Read more...] about Kathleen Peer Kleinmann, Disability Rights Advocate

Event Recap: Beyond History 2025

11/06/2025

Celebrating 10 Years of the Western Disability History and Action Consortium Event Resources On October 22, 2025, the Western Disability History and Action Consortium marked a major milestone - 10 … [Read more...] about Event Recap: Beyond History 2025

Beyond History 2025 – Event Photo Galleries

11/06/2025

Photos by Aaron McGregor for the Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium Gallery 1 - Event Start Gallery 2 - Reception Gallery 3 - Program Gallery 4 - Sponsors … [Read more...] about Beyond History 2025 – Event Photo Galleries

2025 Disability Pride Pittsburgh – Photo Gallery

11/04/2025

Photos courtesy of Patrick Shandrick. … [Read more...] about 2025 Disability Pride Pittsburgh – Photo Gallery

Beyond History 2025: Meet Our Featured Speakers (Ann Talman and Mark Steidl)

09/23/2025

Ann Talman and Mark Steidl will be speaking at the Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium's 10th anniversary celebration, "Beyond History: Framing the Past, Shaping the Future," … [Read more...] about Beyond History 2025: Meet Our Featured Speakers (Ann Talman and Mark Steidl)

ReelAbilities Pittsburgh 2025: Stories by and about People Living with Disabilities

08/13/2025

About the Event The Consortium is proud to be a Community Partner for the 13th annual ReelAbilities Pittsburgh film festival! 🗓️ Date: September 4-11, … [Read more...] about ReelAbilities Pittsburgh 2025: Stories by and about People Living with Disabilities

Consortium and Heinz History Center to Present at Society of American Archivists Conference

08/07/2025

Tina Calabro, Outreach and Preservation Manager at the Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium, and Sierra Green, Senior Outreach Archivist at the Heinz History Center, will … [Read more...] about Consortium and Heinz History Center to Present at Society of American Archivists Conference

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