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Our Fight for Disability Rights and Why We're Not Done Yet

Offered By: TEDx via YouTube

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Overview

Explore the ongoing struggle for disability rights in this 21-minute TEDxMidAtlantic talk by Judith Heumann, an internationally recognized leader and lifelong civil rights advocate. Gain insights from Heumann's 30+ years of experience working with disabled people's organizations and governments worldwide to advance human rights. Learn about her roles as Special Advisor for International Disability Rights at the U.S. Department of State and former Director for the Department on Disability Services for the District of Columbia. Discover why the fight for disability rights is far from over and understand the importance of continued advocacy for disadvantaged individuals.

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Our fight for disability rights and why we're not done yet | Judith Heumann | TEDxMidAtlantic


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