{"id":746,"date":"2025-07-17T17:25:43","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T17:25:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/?p=746"},"modified":"2025-10-03T14:37:34","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T14:37:34","slug":"disability-pride-month-july-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/2025\/07\/17\/disability-pride-month-july-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Disability Pride Month &#8211; July 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">The Disability Pride flag was originally designed by writer and disability activist <a href=\"https:\/\/capricorn-0mnikorn.tumblr.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-u-link-value=\"eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0Ijoie3t0YXJnZXR9fSJ9LCJ2YWx1ZXMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Imh0dHBzOi8vY2Fwcmljb3JuLTBtbmlrb3JuLnR1bWJsci5jb20vIiwidGFyZ2V0IjoiX2JsYW5rIn19\">Ann Magill<\/a>. The colors each represent an important component of disability rights: gray for grief and anger, red for physical disabilities, gold for neurodiversity, white for invisible or undiagnosed disabilities, blue for emotional and psychiatric disabilities, and green for sensory disabilities.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong><span style=\"line-height: 40px\">DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">Throughout July, we celebrate Disability Pride month, an annual observance in the United States honoring and amplifying the diverse stories and experiences of people with disabilities.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">Disability Pride Month also commemorates the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ada.gov\/\">Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)<\/a>, which was signed into law on July 26, 1990. The ADA aims to protect the rights of people with disabilities by preventing discrimination and promoting inclusion.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">Sharing our experiences and normalizing conversations about ability status, access needs, ableism, and disability in our community is the first action we can take for a more inclusive culture, one that supports accessibility for everyone.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">Emerson respects, honors, and appreciates our disabled and neurodiverse community members. Accessibility is infused throughout our <a href=\"https:\/\/extraordinary.emerson.edu\/priorities\/#goals-c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-u-link-value=\"eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0Ijoie3t0YXJnZXR9fSJ9LCJ2YWx1ZXMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZXh0cmFvcmRpbmFyeS5lbWVyc29uLmVkdS9wcmlvcml0aWVzLyNnb2Fscy1jIiwidGFyZ2V0IjoiX2JsYW5rIn19\">Extraordinary Emerson 2030 Strategic Plan<\/a>, addressing aspects of our campus experience, communications, facilities, and entire Emerson culture.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">Please explore the events and resources below to learn more about Disability Pride Month.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>DISABILITY PRIDE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">July is Disability Pride Month but December 3 is the annual International Day of People with Disabilities. Here are a few words from Emerson staff members Erin Robins and Matt Fisher on the importance of honoring and raising awareness of people living with disabilities.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Emerson Celebrates International Day of People with Disabilities\" width=\"690\" height=\"388\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QpqTncqWV-U?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Los Angeles Disability Pride Parade<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-749 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/890725-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"A child takes part in the Los Angeles Disability Pride Parade, holding a sign with blue lettering &quot;Support Disability Rights.&quot;\" width=\"191\" height=\"143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/890725-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/890725-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/890725.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">Every October, Los Angeles County hosts its annual <a href=\"https:\/\/www.disabilitypridela.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-u-link-value=\"eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0Ijoie3t0YXJnZXR9fSJ9LCJ2YWx1ZXMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmRpc2FiaWxpdHlwcmlkZWxhLmNvbS8iLCJ0YXJnZXQiOiJfYmxhbmsifX0=\">Disability Pride Parade<\/a>, fostering a stronger and more inclusive community by raising awareness and celebrating all aspects ofdisability.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">Everyone with disabilities and their allies who are dedicated to creating an inclusive community that values the dignity, humanity, and worth of all individuals is welcome.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">DISABILITY PRIDE RESOURCES<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Emerson College Iwasaki Library <a href=\"https:\/\/guides.library.emerson.edu\/DisabilityPride\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-u-link-value=\"eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0Ijoie3t0YXJnZXR9fSJ9LCJ2YWx1ZXMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZ3VpZGVzLmxpYnJhcnkuZW1lcnNvbi5lZHUvRGlzYWJpbGl0eVByaWRlIiwidGFyZ2V0IjoiX2JsYW5rIn19\">Disability Pride Resource Guide<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Sensory-Friendly Study Room<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-750 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/IMG_0926-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"The Sensory Friendly Study Room, with desk, computer, and a variety of seating options and lamps.\" width=\"193\" height=\"145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/IMG_0926-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/IMG_0926-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/IMG_0926-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/IMG_0926-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/IMG_0926.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 193px) 100vw, 193px\" \/>Emerson\u2019s Iwasaki Library (Walker, 3rd Floor) features a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/guides.library.emerson.edu\/IDEAS\/sensoryroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-u-link-value=\"eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0Ijoie3t0YXJnZXR9fSJ9LCJ2YWx1ZXMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZ3VpZGVzLmxpYnJhcnkuZW1lcnNvbi5lZHUvSURFQVMvc2Vuc29yeXJvb20iLCJ0YXJnZXQiOiJfYmxhbmsifX0=\">Sensory-Friendly Study Room<\/a>\u2014located to the right of the service desk\u2014that is available on a drop-in basis.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">The Sensory-Friendly Study Room includes dimmable lights, a white noise machine, and a light therapy lamp, in order to make the space accessible to people with particular sensory needs.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Sensory-Friendly Dining Room<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">Emerson&#8217;s Dining Services offer<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-751 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/20250716_090130-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"223\" height=\"167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/20250716_090130-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/20250716_090130-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/20250716_090130-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/20250716_090130-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/20250716_090130.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 223px) 100vw, 223px\" \/>s a <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1iwpMgPtn-uZ7bYpR5VU0JFu94ynCvQFf6CxTsj9e5Ek\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-u-link-value=\"eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0Ijoie3t0YXJnZXR9fSJ9LCJ2YWx1ZXMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZG9jcy5nb29nbGUuY29tL2RvY3VtZW50L2QvMWl3cE1nUHRuLXVaN2JZcFI1VlUwSkZ1OTR5bkN2UUZmNkN4VHNqOWU1RWsvZWRpdD91c3A9c2hhcmluZyIsInRhcmdldCI6Il9ibGFuayJ9fQ==\">Sensory Dining Room<\/a> on the Boston campus, located inside 25 Boylston Place, across from the lower-level entrance to the Dining Hall.\u00a0Hours of operation are 7\u20139 a.m., 11 a.m.\u20131 p.m., and 5\u20137 p.m.<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">The Sensory Dining Room is an extension of the Dining Hall, designed to accommodate individuals who prefer a sensory-reduced environment.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">EVENTS<\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">Museum of Science &#8211; Boston<\/h3>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mos.org\/events\/subspace\/brilliant-imperfection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-u-link-value=\"eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0Ijoie3t0YXJnZXR9fSJ9LCJ2YWx1ZXMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lm1vcy5vcmcvZXZlbnRzL3N1YnNwYWNlL2JyaWxsaWFudC1pbXBlcmZlY3Rpb24iLCJ0YXJnZXQiOiJfYmxhbmsifX0=\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-752 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/68147-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Eli Clare smiles at camera wearing a green zip up top, classes, and hoop earrings in right ear, with gray rocks and cloudy sky in background\" width=\"217\" height=\"217\" srcset=\"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/68147-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/68147-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/celebrate-diversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2025\/09\/68147.jpg 571w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 217px) 100vw, 217px\" \/>Moving Close to the Ground: A Messy Love Song<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">July 30, 7 p.m. Free with Pre-Registration<\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 140%\">Celebrate Disability Pride Month at the Museum of Science with disability writer and activist Eli Clare as he combines storytelling and critical thinking to explore the lived experiences and meanings of crawling and scooting in the natural world. 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