Judy Heumann Legacy

Thank you to everyone who has followed and supported Judy throughout her lifetime of advocacy. May her memory be for a blessing. judithheumann.com/the-world-mour…

We are celebrating #DisabilityPrideMonth with books from & about disabled writers, artists, & activists who have fought to create a more inclusive world, including @SFdirewolf, @quailty, @JudithHeumann, @emily_ladau, @JohnGHendy, @NovicSara, & more. penguinrandomhousehighereducation.com/2024/06/05/dis…

“It didn’t occur to me then to think it unusual that I joined in all the kids’ games in my wheelchair. Because there was never a question of whether or not I would play, too—we all figured out a way for me to do whatever everyone was doing.”—@judithheumann #DisabilityPrideMonth

#TheRideAhead is dedicated to @judithheumann, our late friend and mentor. We’re looking forward to sharing the film with Judy’s community in DC and bringing together a panel filled with people who were all connected to her. Join us at @dcdoxfest on 6/15: dcdoxfest.com/films/the-ride…

New @StateDept award honors the legacy of @judithheumann - will recognize an employee’s outstanding accomplishment in furthering the Dept’s #accessibility, #DisabilityRights, and #inclusion goals state.gov/new-u-s-depart…

Judy is featured in this new documentary @TheRideAhead! Learn more at RideAheadFilm.com

On this #InternationalWomensDay, we honor Judy Heumann who was an extraordinary activist, trailblazer, friend, and “mother” of the Disability Rights Movement. As we reflect on the first anniversary of her passing, we remember her legacy and the impact of her work.

We are thrilled to announce that the new feature documentary from Samuel and @_danhabib, #TheRideAhead will have its world premiere at @HotDocs Film Festival! We’re proud to be a part of the Special Presentations Lineup! variety.com/2024/film/glob…

@AAPD and Judith Heumann LLC hosted a webinar commemorating Judy on the one-year anniversary of her passing. It was an evening full of tributes, stories, and calls-to-action in Judy's honor. A recording of the webinar is available on YouTube: youtu.be/Ou4gJCQeXTo?si…

We’ll never forget that time that @judithheumann was on @TheDailyShow. Like @Trevornoah said, she fought for human rights and rights for people with disabilities with a passion. #WomensHistoryMonth #DisabilityRights buff.ly/3azv7v9

In honor of the one-year anniversary of Judy’s passing, a bonus episode of #TheHeumannPerspective podcast has been released! It features behind-the-scenes unpublished moments. Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and at judithheumann.com/bonus-episode

Remembering @judithheumann, who passed away on this day last year. Up until then, she never stopped being an activist. @kristenjoiner #DisabilityRights #WomensHistoryMonth buff.ly/3FoHE6a

“We already have the vehicle we need to make our society fair, to give everyone a voice, to protect and advance the rights of those who are marginalized...It’s our democracy.”—@judithheumann w/ @kristenjoiner #WomensHistoryMonth beacon.org/Being-Heumann-…

Today marks one year since the passing of @judithheumann, the pioneering disability rights activist who taught us to demand what we believe in: a world where #PeopleWithDisabilities are agents of change and enjoy equal rights and dignity. hrw.org/news/2023/07/2…

Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

@AAPD and Judith Heumann LLC invite the community to celebrate Judy Heumann on the one-year anniversary of her passing. Hosted by @dmariscal_ with presentations by @AliStroker, Kelley Coleman, @JamesIan, Rick Heumann and others. Join us virtually on March 4th at 8pm ET / 5pm PT!

Calling recent law school graduates with disabilities to bring this kind of energy to our office in Berkeley, California! Learn how to apply for the fellowship: dredf.org/2024/02/16/jud…

We're thrilled to announce the establishment of the 2024 Judy Heumann Legal Fellowship! Read more about the fellowship in our latest press release: dredf.org/2024/02/16/dre… #LegalFellowship #LawFellowship #LegalInternship

@judithheumann ‘s fight has ended but disabled people around the world continue to battle ableism, disablism, sanism, and intersecting oppressions. This #InternationalDayOfDisabledPersons remember/honor those who fought and #keepfighting. #IDPWD23

@POTUS @judithheumann @IFES1987 @kencen @VP Blair, @POTUS and @VP spoke movingly about the remarkable life of @JudithHeumann (1947-2023), “the Mother of the Disability Rights Movement,” whom @IFES1987 will honor on Oct 17 at the @KenCen. Learn more: ifes.org/events/2023-if…

Thank you so much to the @televisionacad for this award, we dedicate it to @judithheumann ❤️ #NewsEmmys #MyDisabilityRoadmap