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From Where I Sit by Kathy Bates offers an informative, honest, and sometimes deeply personal look into the world of disability. The topics Kathy writes about are not just disability issues; they are timely and relevant community issues. It is her hope that this blog will encourage the understanding that disability never discriminates, and it touches us all sooner or later.
Now Featuring "Ask Kathy"
I became a blogger in February 2016 when “From Where I Sit” began. I have researched and written on many disability-related topics, including disability rights, representation, language, pride, identity, and more! I have learned a lot from all of this blogging. But now I want to hear from you, my readers. What’s on your mind?
Although many improvements have been made to make the voting process more accessible for everyone, voters with disabilities still face some challenges...
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Reflecting on the history of disability justice advocacy as two exciting NH events approach: The Advocate NH Conference on 10/4 and the Disability Jus...
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My high school adventure in the 70's was a huge challenge. It's 2024 and the school year is about to start, so I thought it would be interesting to as...
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As part of the launch of the Stop Special campaign, Kathy Bates discusses the use of the word "special" with a few people who identify as disabled.
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In this post, Kathy answers a question about how classroom atmosphere can affect student engagement.
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In this post, Kathy answers a question about why the U.S. still hasn't ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).
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In this post, Kathy answers a question about how a kindergarten teacher can advocate for their student.
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In this post, Kathy shares some tips and advice for making your holiday gatherings more inclusive and accessible for everyone.
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