Disability Pride Education
Disability pride is the acceptance, honoring, and celebration of disability as a natural part of human diversity. It rejects the historical framing of disability as something shameful or broken, replacing it with self-determination, community heritage, and an active challenge to systemic ableism.
Disability Pride- What is that?
Learn more about why it is important to gain a sense of pride around having a disability below.
Red- Physical Disabilities
A physical disability is any physiological condition, anatomical loss, or structural/functional impairment that limits a person's physical functioning, mobility, dexterity, or stamina. It affects how an individual moves or controls their body and can range from temporary to permanent.
Yellow- Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity is the concept that differences in how human brains function are normal natural variations, rather than deficits or flaws. It operates on the premise that there is no single "right" way for a brain to think, learn, or process information, and advocates for inclusive environments that embrace these differences.
White- Invisible Disabilities & Undiagnosed Disabilities
An invisible disability (or hidden disability) is any physical, mental, or neurological condition that limits a person's daily activities but is not immediately obvious to an onlooker. Because these conditions are unseen, people with these disabilities often face disbelief, dismissal, or ableism from others.
Blue- Psychiatric & Mental Health Conditions.
A psychiatric disability is a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional condition that significantly interferes with or limits one or more major life activities (such as working, concentrating, or communicating). It is legally recognized under civil rights laws and can qualify individuals for support and benefits.
Green- Sensory Disabilities
Sensory disabilities are conditions where one or more of the body’s senses (vision, hearing, touch, taste, smell, or spatial awareness) are impaired or function differently.
Grey- Mourning People Who Died due to Ableist Violence
Ableist violence is the systematic use of force, discrimination, or institutional neglect to devalue and harm individuals with disabilities. It is not limited to physical assault but encompasses a spectrum of behaviors—from hate crimes and interpersonal abuse to structural exclusion and the removal of legal autonomy.