Black and Disabled II: Intersectionality

In part two of Black and Disabled with Vilissa Thompson, we dive into the topic of intersectionality. Thompson opens up by talking about how media has traditionally positioned abled people as 'saviors' for the disabled population. Telethons and fundraisers often portray disabled people as people to be pitied over or incapable of living like others in society. "The way we view disabled people is grossly negative and condescending," Thompson says. This negativity will sometimes deter Black people from identifying as disabled. It's hard enough to be Black in America and adding "disabled" to our social categories can feel like another item added to the struggle plate.

To help combat this, we need representation -- which host Natasha Phelps discusses in this episode. Did you miss part one? Click here to catch up.

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Host, Natasha Phelps
Producer,Chelsey Sellars
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