Meet Ben Trockman, the Disability Rights Activist Challenging the Status Quo
Almost 10 years ago, Trockman led the effort to get Congress to pass policies that ensured airplane travel for people with disabilities.
May 07 2023 10:01 AM
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Disability
Easterseals Highlights Alarming Accessibility Gaps for Disabled Americans
In 2023, people can book a luxrious suite on an airplane but somebody who requires a wheelchair can’t board a plane and remain in their life-supporting seat.
April 28 2023 8:00 PM
Queer and Disabled Lives Beautifully Intersected
This challenging exhibit explores a community often ignored in modern society.
December 18 2022 12:08 PM
Stacey Milbern, Queer Disability Rights Activist, Remembered on Doodle
"Stacey was a pioneer for disability justice and intersectionality. Her life experiences led her to empower and revitalize others," her sister said.
May 20 2022 5:11 PM
Why Nonbinary 'See for Me' Star Skyler Davenport Is One to Watch
Skyler Davenport's multifaceted identity enriches this spine-tingling twist on a home invasion thriller.
January 18 2022 4:26 PM
How This Trans Director Created 'Spaces' for LGBTQ+ and Disabled Folks
Dominick Evans chats with The Advocate about directing the music video "Spaces," which centers folks from the disabled community in places they're often left out of.Â
November 17 2021 8:00 AM
What Are Your Preconceptions of Disability and Sexuality?
These photos by Robert Andy Coombs document his experiences at the intersection of sexuality and disability, which are rarely expressed in contemporary visual culture.
August 12 2021 5:51 PM
Chella Man: This Trans, Deaf Artist Reclaims His Body With Tattoos
"It's honestly more comfortable for me to be completely deaf," the artist says. "It's more natural to me."
June 29 2021 11:54 AM
Ryan J. Haddad Is Staging a Revolt Against Gay Ableism
The actor and writer's one-man play, Hi, Are You Single?, tackles rejection in the gay community.
February 09 2021 12:28 PM
Disabled LGBTQ+ Creatives Imagine a Better Tomorrow
The Ford and Mellon Foundations invest in queer disabled cultural creatives.
January 29 2021 7:08 PM
Disability Advocate: 'Everyone Will Become Disabled If They're Lucky'
Maria Town, president of the American Association of People with Disabilities, says disability is not a sign of weakness.
July 13 2020 11:07 PM
Queer Paralympian, Angela Madsen, Dies During Epic Solo Row
The record-breaking lesbian athlete died on a solo rowing journey across the Pacific, but she leaves behind one hell of a legacy.Â
June 24 2020 6:36 PM
Why Rodney Evans Says Losing His Vision Made Him a Better Director
Rodney Evans'a new documentary, Vision Portraits, chronicles the creative process of four visually impaired or blind artists, including Evans himself.
August 27 2019 6:59 PM
15 Photos of Mr. Bear Europe, Confronting Disabilities
Jérôme was delighted to be elected Mister Bear Europe in Italy. Read what he has to say about working with his vision disabilities and enjoy these photos by Bernard André.
June 13 2019 2:33 PM
The Queer Books That Saved a Disabled Trans Man
Three incredible works showed me I have queer, trans, and disabled ancestors.
March 28 2019 6:24 AM
Andrew Gurza's Revolution: Declaring Disabled People Are Hot
The queer activist wants his community to start seeing themselves in a new light.
March 17 2019 1:47 PM
Where Disability Justice and LGBTQ Rights Intersect
How disabled queer and trans people of color are daring to imagine (and create) spaces where people of all shapes, sizes, and abilities have intrinsic value.
January 11 2019 7:06 AM
United Barred a Gay Man From Taking His Mobility Device on His Honeymoon
A gay man who has difficulty walking was forced to leave behind the device he needs for mobility.
April 16 2017 2:54 PM