Srinidhi from Rising Flame addresses the unique forms of online violence faced by women with disabilities. She highlights the pervasive use of ableist language and the weaponization of disabilities in digital spaces, such as through the misuse of images and derogatory comments. Srinidhi discusses the impact of these behaviors on the self-expression and mental health […]
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Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights and disability in Kenya
Liliane Kifuti, co-founder of Women Spaces Africa, shares a powerful account of the systemic barriers faced by girls and women with disabilities—especially queer women—in accessing sexual and reproductive health services in Kenya. She highlights challenges such as stigmatization by healthcare providers, societal discrimination, and violence against queer disabled individuals. Learn more about Women Spaces Africa […]
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Intersex rights and disability movemets: In Conversation with Hiker Chu and Vino
intersex rights activists Hiker Chu from Taiwan and Winnow from Tamil Nadu, India, discuss the intersection of intersex and disability rights. They share personal experiences and insights into the challenges faced by intersex individuals, the importance of bodily autonomy, and the impact of caste in India. The conversation highlights the significance of cross-movement collaboration and […]
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Cross-movement cooperation for CEDAW Advocacy between organization of Women with Disabilities and Young Women in Rwanda
This advocacy initiative taken under Women Gaining Ground Consortium highlights the efforts of Rwandan organizations, including the National Association of Deaf Women and Hope for Single Mothers with Disability, to amplify the voices of women and girls with disabilities. It outlines barriers in political representation, access to sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR), and education. […]
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Reproductive Rights and Disability: Understanding Ableism, Eugenics, and Addressing Unspoken Issues
This session addresses the intersections of reproductive rights, ableism, and eugenics in India. Key discussions include the lack of accessible sexual and reproductive health resources, societal stigma against disabled parents, and historical and modern practices of eugenics. Panelists highlight the importance of bodily autonomy, informed consent, and systemic healthcare reforms to support women with disabilities […]
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Unpacking Structural Ableism in WaSH
This panel discussion sheds light on structural inequities in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) systems and their impacts on people with disabilities, particularly in India. The speakers, including Dr. Renu Adlakha, Kiran Nayak, and Dr. Anjali Agarwal, address the inherent ableism in WASH infrastructure, the intersection of caste, gender, and disability, and the systemic stigma […]
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Mental Health 360 Panel on Psychosocial Disability and Systemic Exclusion
MH360 is a mental health festival that was co-organised by Red Door India and CREA. The panelists from thefestival explore the effects of systemic exclusion, intersectional identities, and structural oppression on psychosocial disability. Featuring voices from marginalized communities, including queer, Dalit, and tribal individuals, this session highlights the emotional and mental health challenges tied to […]
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Interconnectedness of struggles centering disability justice: Interview with Tai Salih
In this video, Tai connects global genocides with systemic oppression like colonialism, ableism, and capitalism. Tai advocates for collective liberation by addressing root causes of oppression and understanding the interconnectedness of social justice movements. Highlighting mass disabling events in conflict zones and the complicity of Western powers, the discussion calls for solidarity, resistance, and sustainable […]
Continue readingLive Lectures for Modules 4-6 are now available on the DSROI Platform
Hello everyone! We hope you enjoyed your experience with the Disability, Sexuality, and Rights Institute 2024 (DSROI). We are pleased to share that the live lectures from Module 4 to Module 6 are now up on the platform. You can access the same here. We would also like to remind you that the deadline for […]
Continue readingDon’t miss our last DSROI session for 2024
Dear all, For our final session we are inviting all of the participants to a more participatory session than usual. We won’t have a lecture, but we will have a virtual World Cafe where we will discuss cross-movement cooperation through one of disability justice principles: sustainability. As we are closing off our journey with DSROI […]
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