Organization
RespectAbility
Disability-led national nonprofit advancing economic and social opportunities for people with disabilities through policy change, entertainment industry inclusion, and leadership development.
About
Founded in 2013, RespectAbility is a diverse, disability-led nonprofit headquartered in Rockville, Maryland. The organisation fights stigma and advances opportunities by centering the lived experiences of disabled people in policy, media representation, and workforce development — with more than 50% of staff identifying as having a disability.
What They Do
RespectAbility shifts cultural narratives through its National Leadership Apprenticeship Program (placing early-career disabled professionals in policy roles), the Hollywood Disability Inclusion Toolkit and Lab (training entertainment industry professionals in authentic disability representation), and faith-based inclusion initiatives. The organisation also publishes research reports and policy briefs.
Who They Serve
People with disabilities seeking leadership and career development opportunities, entertainment and media professionals aiming to improve disability representation, policymakers, and faith communities working toward full inclusion.
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