Disability Pride Month is celebrated in July. Disability Pride Month directly challenges systemic ableism and discrimination people with disabilities may face.
As Disability Pride Month wraps up, learn more about the symbolism of the Disability Pride flag:
The charcoal background – to represent those in the community who have been subjected to ableist violence, as well as representing protest in the community.
The “band/road” shape – represents how disabled people face barriers and have to navigate their life according to them. The different colors in the shape represent the creativity in navigating life, and how the community is breaking free from authority.
The colors – the colors represent the various experiences and needs (mental illness, developmental disability, invisible disabilities, physical disabilities and sensory disabilities) in the disabled community.
To learn more visit: https://www.afb.org/…/celebrating-disability-pride-month
