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I have learned to educate the general public who might not have much experience dealing with people with disabilities. Instead of getting frustrated, I invite them to ask questions and become allies to the disabled community.

Gretchen

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Even with his diagnosis he continues to persevere and not let it hold him back. He’s a very active young man who loves doing taekwondo and playing video games.

Dez

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Performing gave me a purpose and strength I didn’t know I had. For once I wasn’t “the blind girl” I was “the girl on the stage.” Performing made me a stronger person. I was able to love myself and finally accepted my place as a disabled person which I had always felt ashamed of before.

Julianna