As Kelsey Koupal highlights, "Communities designed with just one kind of person in mind isolate those of us defying our narrow definition of personhood.” - Haben Girma, disability rights advocate and the first Deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School. At the AURC, we echo this sentiment. Juneteenth reminds us to continue our work towards a world where everyone can participate fully and equally.
Advocate, Accessibility and Experience Enthusiast | Lead UX Researcher | Speech Language Pathologist | Intersectional Inclusion Matters.
As we honor this year's Juneteenth, I’m reminded of the words of one of my idols, Haben Girma, Commissioner on Social Connection at WHO and a renowned disability rights advocate. She once said, “Communities designed with just one kind of person in mind isolate those of us defying our narrow definition of personhood.” Haben Girma, the first Deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School, emphasizes the importance of designing inclusive spaces that embrace diversity in all its forms. Her powerful message underscores the need for breaking down barriers and promoting accessibility to create a world where everyone can participate fully and equally. Today, let us celebrate the progress we’ve made and reaffirm our commitment to continuing the work toward a more inclusive future. #Juneteenth #Inclusion #Diversity #Accessibility #Equality