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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.

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The Daily Encourager: The Life, Faith, and Legacy of David Hale (1979-2020)

09/21/2023

By: Jessica C. Neal, Project Scholar “Who made you,” was always the question. The answer was always “God.” - Alice Walker Places of worship hold a special significance for many individuals, … [Read more...] about The Daily Encourager: The Life, Faith, and Legacy of David Hale (1979-2020)

Hazelwood’s Hero: Ms. Andrea Coleman-Betts

08/02/2023

By: Jessica C. Neal, Project Scholar  "I ain't been around the world, but I've been around the block.” - Andrea Coleman-Betts Black women with disabilities have emerged as powerful … [Read more...] about Hazelwood’s Hero: Ms. Andrea Coleman-Betts

Oakland for All Seeking Nominations for Beyond Accessibility AWARDS

07/19/2023

About Oakland For All (OA) is seeking nominations for one individual and one Oakland business to be recognized for their positive contributions to and/or impact on the Oakland disability … [Read more...] about Oakland for All Seeking Nominations for Beyond Accessibility AWARDS

“A mom of children with intellectual disabilities asks: When will it be our turn?” (Op-Ed by Steering Committee member Nancy Murray)

06/14/2023

Nancy Murray of Achieva, also a member of Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium's Executive Committee, wrote a compelling op-ed about the shortage of and lack of funding for … [Read more...] about “A mom of children with intellectual disabilities asks: When will it be our turn?” (Op-Ed by Steering Committee member Nancy Murray)

WPDHAC welcomes new Project Scholar!

06/07/2023

New Project Scholar Hired We recently hired a new Project Scholar, Jessica C. Neal, who will work on the remaining stories in our Intersection of Race and Disability Project for the rest of … [Read more...] about WPDHAC welcomes new Project Scholar!

The Fighting Scots: A History of Wheelchair Basketball at Edinboro University

05/23/2023

The following history was provided to WPDHAC by James Glatch, Head Coach of the Wheelchair Basketball program at PennWest University. Introduction PennWest Edinboro, formerly Edinboro … [Read more...] about The Fighting Scots: A History of Wheelchair Basketball at Edinboro University

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