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It is with deep sadness that the Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium shares the news of the passing of Marlene O'Leary, a tireless advocate and dedicated leader for … [Read more...] about Honoring the Legacy of Marlene O’Leary, Disability Rights Advocate

For many years, people with disabilities were often excluded from the voting process due to physical, societal, and legal barriers. Despite the progress made, challenges still remain. Understanding … [Read more...] about Accessible Voting Resources

A recap of the final workshop in our Gather for Change series On September 10 and 11, 2024, the Consortium hosted a workshop at the Heinz History Center on the History of Human Services. Led by … [Read more...] about “History of Human Services” workshop brings understanding of practices from ancient to modern times

Fifty years ago, a group of women advocates from the Allegheny County chapter of the Arc of Pennsylvania set out to visit state institutions and other facilities for people with intellectual and … [Read more...] about We Were Mother Bears: The Women Who Shaped Western Pennsylvania’s Disability Rights Movement

In June 2024, Sierra Green, Senior Outreach Archivist at Heinz History Center, recorded the oral history of Catherine Holl, disability rights advocate and co-founder of Disability Options Network … [Read more...] about The Power of Activism: Catherine Holl

The Western Pennsylvania Disability HIstory and Action Consortium is a co-sponsor of this year's Week Without Driving initiative. If you have any questions about the Allegheny County-based initiative, … [Read more...] about Take the Week Without Driving PGH Pledge & advocate for better mobility options for non-drivers in Allegheny County