Fighting Back Against Institutionalization + Finding Flow
There’s no doubt about it: We’re witnessing a rise in eugenics and fascism in real time. With increasing pushes for institutionalizing disabled people, restricting healthcare access, and more, we find ourselves at a critical tipping point.
Disabled Reflections, Rage and Resistance
With Labor Day happening this Monday, we encourage you to reflect on what it means to resist systems of oppression that extract labor. How do we build spaces and systems that truly reflect our values, that honor disabled time, energy, labor, and bodyminds?
Highlighting Disabled Media, Creativity and Community
This week, we’re centering the brilliance, creativity, and power of disabled folks telling our own stories on our own terms. From bold dance performances to cultural change through filmmaking, disabled creators and advocates are shaping the narrative and shifting our collective future every day.
Celebration + Contemplation: DCL Makes Forbes Accessibility 100
Disability Culture Lab is featured on Forbes’ first-ever Accessibility 100 list! These 100 organizations and individuals were chosen to highlight “the biggest innovators and impact-makers in the field of accessibility for people with disabilities.”
Happy 1st Birthday, DCL! Joy, Justice & June Vibes
We’re celebrating one year of Disability Culture Lab! As we ease into summer and mark our first anniversary, we’re reflecting on the power of disability community, culture, and collective action.
In the Face of Harm, We Choose Solidarity
This week’s headlines are heavy, but they’re only part of the full story. Even as our access to care, education, and basic rights is threatened, disabled people are organizing, resisting, and building our futures.
Shift The Narrative on Disability From Apathy to Action
Disability Culture Lab exists to tell disabled stories and shift narratives to achieve wins and build power within our communities. We’ve got big plans for 2025, but we need your support to make it all happen!
Introducing the Disability Culture Lab Merch Store
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the Disability Culture Lab Store, our new retail shop featuring apparel, home goods, and other accessories with designs created by disabled artists!
Before Election Day: Building Disabled Power
Election Day is in two weeks! A lot is at stake and over at DCL HQ we are feeling the pressure. As you make your Election Day plans be sure to take time and hydrate, rest, and stay grounded in community.