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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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      • Medical Safeguarding (Webinar)
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      • 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)
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News

History of Pittsburgh’s “Crip Camp” featured in Senator John Heinz History Center’s Treasures in the Archives (March 10)

03/04/2024

About the Program Join the Detre Library & Archives for Treasures in the Archives on Sunday, March 10 to explore highlights from one of the largest collections of historic materials … [Read more...] about History of Pittsburgh’s “Crip Camp” featured in Senator John Heinz History Center’s Treasures in the Archives (March 10)

Webinar downloads from “Medical Safeguarding: Address Vulnerability in Medical Settings”

02/22/2024

These documents are being shared with permission by our speakers Cathy Ludlum and Jo Massarelli. … [Read more...] about Webinar downloads from “Medical Safeguarding: Address Vulnerability in Medical Settings”

Winter 2024 Newsletter available

02/14/2024

Read our Winter 2024 newsletter here. Not getting our newsletters? Subscribe today! … [Read more...] about Winter 2024 Newsletter available

Virtual Event on 2/27/24 – Public Hostage, Public Ransom: Ending Institutional America and Providing Another Way

01/15/2024

About the Event Join the Keystone Institute, The Institute on Disabilities at Temple University, and the Western PA Disability History & Action Consortium for a thought-provoking discussion … [Read more...] about Virtual Event on 2/27/24 – Public Hostage, Public Ransom: Ending Institutional America and Providing Another Way

People-First Disability Advocacy: Melva Fair’s Life Work

01/08/2024

By: Jessica C. Neal, Project Scholar Advocacy doesn't happen in a silo. There's always an origin, a problem introduced into the ecosystem that needs solving and galvanizes a person, group, or … [Read more...] about People-First Disability Advocacy: Melva Fair’s Life Work

North Star of the North Side: The Advocacy of Aurelia Carter

12/04/2023

By: Jessica C. Neal, Project Scholar As a Black woman, Aurelia Carter recognizes the intersectionality of race and disability. She knows and has personally experienced the disparities and biases … [Read more...] about North Star of the North Side: The Advocacy of Aurelia Carter

Press Release: Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium (WPDHAC) Awarded Grant to “Gather for Change” in 2023-2024

11/14/2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium (WPDHAC) Awarded Grant to "Gather for Change" in 2023-2024 [Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, November 14, 2023] - The … [Read more...] about Press Release: Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium (WPDHAC) Awarded Grant to “Gather for Change” in 2023-2024

“Transforming Community Living” Event Recording and Resources

10/26/2023

Thank you! Thank you to everyone who attended our virtual event, "Transforming Community Living," on Thursday, October 26, 2023! You may use the links below to access the recording of the event, … [Read more...] about “Transforming Community Living” Event Recording and Resources

The Intersection of Race and Disability Project: Paul Lee

10/12/2023

By: Jessica C. Neal, Project Scholar Triumph Over Adversity: A Journey of Recovery from Substance Abuse and Mental Illness Don’t quit. Paul Lee says it may be simplistic, but when it comes to … [Read more...] about The Intersection of Race and Disability Project: Paul Lee

Press Release: Transforming Community Living: A Virtual Event Promoting Inclusion and Empowerment

10/02/2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Transforming Community Living: A Virtual Event Promoting Inclusion and Empowerment [Pittsburgh, PA] – [October 3, 2023] – In an effort to foster empowerment, education, and … [Read more...] about Press Release: Transforming Community Living: A Virtual Event Promoting Inclusion and Empowerment

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