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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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Honoring Black History & Disability History – Stories That Shape Our Future

02/17/2026

Photo collage features various people whose stories were collected as part of the “Intersection of Race & Disability” project. From top-left and going clockwise: Marilyn McKinney, Florence Reed, Maurika “Rika” Moore, Milton “Skip” Henderson, and Henry Bell.
Photo collage features various people whose stories were collected as part of the “Intersection of Race & Disability” project. From top-left and going clockwise: Marilyn McKinney, Florence Reed, Maurika “Rika” Moore, Milton “Skip” Henderson, and Henry Bell.

Black History Month invites us to reflect on histories that are too often overlooked, including the stories of Black people with disabilities whose advocacy, resilience, and leadership have helped shape movements for justice and accessibility.

Through our “Intersection of Race & Disability” project, the Consortium continues to highlight narratives of lived experience, activism, and community impact. These stories deepen our understanding of how race and disability intersect, revealing both systemic barriers and extraordinary contributions.

Recognizing these histories is essential to advancing equity. By learning from the past, we strengthen our collective commitment to building a more inclusive, accessible, and just future for all.

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