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Judy Heumann Legacy

@judithheumann

In memory of Judy Heumann, “the mother” of the Disability Rights Movement (1947-2023)

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Tony Banbury (@tonybanbury) 's Twitter Profile Photo

President Donald J. Trump Judy Heumann Legacy IFES The Kennedy Center Vice President JD Vance Blair, President Donald J. Trump and Vice President JD Vance spoke movingly about the remarkable life of @JudithHeumann (1947-2023), “the Mother of the Disability Rights Movement,” whom IFES will honor on Oct 17 at the @KenCen. Learn more: ifes.org/events/2023-if…

Dr. Burgandi Rakoska (@burgandileeds) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Judy Heumann Legacy ‘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

Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund (@dredf) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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

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
Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund (@dredf) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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…

Human Rights Watch (@hrw) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today marks one year since the passing of Judy Heumann Legacy, 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…

Today marks one year since the passing of <a href="/judithheumann/">Judy Heumann Legacy</a>, 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.

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Beacon Press (@beaconpressbks) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Remembering Judy Heumann Legacy, who passed away on this day last year. Up until then, she never stopped being an activist. Kristen Joiner #DisabilityRights #WomensHistoryMonth buff.ly/3FoHE6a

Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, & Labor (DRL) (@statedrl) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today, we honor Judy Heumann, disability rights pioneer and the first #SpecialAdvisorDisability, on the anniversary of her passing. #SpecialAdvisorDisability Minkara shares remarks on Judy’s legacy of promoting the rights of persons with disabilities worldwide. #NothingWithoutUs

Today, we honor Judy Heumann, disability rights pioneer and the first #SpecialAdvisorDisability, on the anniversary of her passing. #SpecialAdvisorDisability Minkara shares remarks on Judy’s legacy of promoting the rights of persons with disabilities worldwide. #NothingWithoutUs
Beacon Press (@beaconpressbks) 's Twitter Profile Photo

“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.”—Judy Heumann Legacy w/ Kristen Joiner #WomensHistoryMonth beacon.org/Being-Heumann-…

“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.”—<a href="/judithheumann/">Judy Heumann Legacy</a> w/ <a href="/kristenjoiner/">Kristen Joiner</a> #WomensHistoryMonth beacon.org/Being-Heumann-…
HHS Civil Rights (@hhsocr) 's Twitter Profile Photo

As we remember the one-year anniversary of @JudithHeumann’s passing, her legacy in standing up for disability rights and championing federal rules implementing Section 504 will live on for generations to come.

Judy Heumann Legacy (@judithheumann) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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

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
Beacon Press (@beaconpressbks) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We’ll never forget that time that Judy Heumann Legacy was on The Daily Show. Like Trevor Noah said, she fought for human rights and rights for people with disabilities with a passion. #WomensHistoryMonth #DisabilityRights buff.ly/3azv7v9

1IN4 Coalition (@1in4coalition) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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.

The Ride Ahead (@therideahead) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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

We are thrilled to announce that the new feature documentary from Samuel and <a href="/_danhabib/">@_danhabib</a>, #TheRideAhead will have its world premiere at <a href="/HotDocs/">Hot Docs</a> Film Festival! We’re proud to be a part of the Special Presentations Lineup! 

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ADA Symposium (@adasymposium) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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

The Ride Ahead (@therideahead) 's Twitter Profile Photo

#TheRideAhead is dedicated to Judy Heumann Legacy, 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 DC/DOX Festival on 6/15: dcdoxfest.com/films/the-ride…

#TheRideAhead is dedicated to <a href="/judithheumann/">Judy Heumann Legacy</a>, 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 <a href="/dcdoxfest/">DC/DOX Festival</a> on 6/15: dcdoxfest.com/films/the-ride…
Penguin Random House Higher Education (@prhhighered) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We are celebrating #DisabilityPrideMonth with books from & about disabled writers, artists, & activists who have fought to create a more inclusive world, including Alice Wong 王美華, Andrew Leland, @JudithHeumann, Emily Ladau, John Hendrickson, Sara Nović, & more. penguinrandomhousehighereducation.com/2024/06/05/dis…

Beacon Press (@beaconpressbks) 's Twitter Profile Photo

“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.”—Judy Heumann Legacy #DisabilityPrideMonth

“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.”—<a href="/judithheumann/">Judy Heumann Legacy</a> #DisabilityPrideMonth