More than 70 million adults in the U.S.—that’s 1 in 4 people—live with a disability; some since birth, some developed over time, and some lives changed unexpectedly. The disabilities community is growing, and no matter how it arrives in your life, a disability is a natural aspect of the human experience. People with disabilities deserve our recognition and support.

Join us for a discussion on ways to be more welcoming to those who are newly managing disability or chronic illness, how to navigate life’s changes with resilience and adaptation, and how together we will build a stronger, more supportive and connected community. Our panelists are Keisha Greaves, a motivational speaker, former Muscular Dystrophy Association National Spokesperson, and founder of the company Girls Chronically Rock; Carl Richardson, the long time Coordinator for implementation of the the Americans with Disability Act, 504, and Diversity Officer for the Massachusetts State House; and Tina Zhu Xi Caruso, a visually impaired photographer, disability advocate and participant in the Netflix series Love on the Spectrum.

Serving as moderator of this important and timely conversation is Nicole Agois Hurel, a musician, educator, arts administrator, and disability advocate whose work centers at the intersection of arts, education and disability. She is the Managing Director of Open Door Arts, an organization that works to increase access, participation, and representation in arts and culture by people with disabilities.

Disability ReFramed is a GBH annual conversation that imagines what the future could be. Come and network prior to the event and learn more from local partner organizations presenting in the GBH Atrium.

This event is presented with support from our sponsors:
the Museum of Science, Vinfen, and Bentley University