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Author: Vy Thompson

I am a Black woman with a rare condition called Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), better known as brittle bone disease. Becoming a disability advocate has allowed me to share my story and be determined to improve the status of those like myself. Since its establishment, Ramp Your Voice! (RYV for short) has been the means to spotlight the issues and barriers of disabled people, as well as create effective social and political changes to ensure that all people have the ability to succeed and prosper, regardless of their ability, ethnicity, religion, educational level, or place of origin.

11/12/2020: 2020 – The Year that Turned Us Upside Down

2020 – a year that came bearing gifts that we weren’t expecting.

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Railroad tracks with the following text in white font: Looking back and moving forward: Resolutions for 2020

11/21/2019: Looking Back & Moving Forward: Reflecting on 2019 & Preparing for 2020

Chat transcript 2019 is coming to a close, which means end-of-the-year reflections and new year resolutions seasons are upon us.   … More

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#MacroSW Chat 10/18/2018: Recognizing the Power of the Disability Vote

Transcript of this chat here. As the mid-election season winds down, we must remember that every voice matters. When we … More

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Disability, Disability and Politics, Disability Vote, Disabled Candidates, Disabled Voters, Elections, Moter Voter, Politics, Voting

#MacroSW Chat 5/17/2018: Trauma Informed Care in Your Community

For our May 17th chat, we will be talking about Trauma Informed Care in Your Community.  As many of us are … More

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#MacroSW Chat 10/26/2017: Disabled Women & Domestic Violence

“My partner doesn’t hit me, but he pushes my wheelchair out of my reach when we argue.  Having my wheelchair … More

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#MacroSW Chat 7/6: ADA & Section 504: Disabled Students’ Rights on College Campuses

Chat archive available! Disabled students’ rights to receive an education and accommodations are protected under two important policies.  The Americans … More

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#MacroSW Media Night 10.13.16 – Online Disability Advocacy:  What is the role of allies?

Update: Chat archive now available! For our October Media Night, we will be discussing how social workers can become effective … More

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