Tag: Jewish Disability Awareness
Judy Heumann, a renowned disability rights activist, had a profound impact on the lives of the author's two sons, one of whom has a rare genetic mutation.
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Her son on the spectrum was mistreated at school. Thirteen years ago, she started a month for Jews with disabilities.
Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) was co-founded by Shelly Christensen in 2009.