Why We Discuss Disability With Our Young Child
In my family, I am the third child of four, the daughter of proud, immigrant parents. I grew up in small towns until I finally relocated to Toronto in my early 20s. Growing up, I only knew one kid…
The Beginner's Guide to Walking — Jennifer van Amerom
Jennifer van Amerom (she/her) was diagnosed with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder – aquaporin-4 positive (NMOSD-AQP4) in early 2010. Based in Toronto, Canada, Jennifer enjoys staying busy to distract herself from her disability, which is usually invisible. She is the head of operations for a digital marketplace, an HR consultant, a part-time professor, a mother to a daughter, wife, and after her time in 2022 as the Executive Director, Canada for The Sumaira Foundation, she is now a patient ambassador. When Jennifer struggles to sleep, she is easily distracted by pug photos and videos.
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How I’m making my voice heard as an NMOSD advocate
I never wanted to be a disability advocate. I don’t know anyone whose childhood dream involved advocacy of any sort, but something happens, or you witness an injustice you can’t turn away from, and a champion is born. I…
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