Disability, Violence & Race – Pushing Limits – July 17, 2026
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The episode discusses the intersectionality of disability, violence, and race, featuring insights from Margaux Sorenson and Nancy Williams-Nettles.
“Sexual violence is not just an issue within the disability community — it’s a defining issue.” Margaux Sorenson Margaux Sorenson Nancy Williams-Nettles “Historically the intersectionality of disability and race was overlooked by [both] the civil rights and disability movements.” Nancy Williams-Nettles What brings them to this understanding and what can we do in response? Hear presentations from both these women on this program. Challenging, stimulating information from last year’s “Disability Strong” conference. This episode of Pushing Limits is produced by Jacob Lesner-Buxton, voiced by Adrienne Lauby and edited by Adrienne Lauby & Denny Daughters. Conference audio was provided by Jen Chassmam-Brown. You can access all the conference presentations HERE. ANNOUNCEMENTS Celebrate the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act Friday, July 24th @1pm on Zoom. Open Mic. THE ORGANIZERS ARE LOOKING FOR DANCERS, MUSICIANS, POETS, AND OTHER PEOPLE TO PERFORM. THE FIRST 30 PEOPLE WHO SIGN UP WILL RECEIVE A $30 DOLLAR DOORDASH GIFT CARD!! To sign up and to request accommodations, e-mail jakeoaktown@gmail.com ———————————- An Effort to Increase Connection Between People with…
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