29
MAY
2026
MAY
2026
0
My Story – Kabosi Ali
Posted by: Ngoy Mbeshe Felly
My name is KABOSI ALI. I am 20 years old, male, and originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo. I have been living in Malawi since 2022 as a refugee. I started my music career in 2023 through a group of young refugees called WANYABI Dancer. Through this group, I have had the opportunity to perform at events such as the Tumaini Festival, World Refugee Day, and many other ceremonies and community events.
I was not born with a disability. My life ...
Continue Reading →
29
MAY
2026
MAY
2026
A victim of cruel trauma and displacement who is now living as a refugee with a spinal cord injury. This is a story of human resilience. It is also the story a caring community that supports refugees suffering the dual trauma of displacement and medical need.
In spite of trauma and adversity, the incredible resilience of Mohamad with the love of family, the compassion & support of Heal Palestine and the medical community, a story of post traumatic growth is told.
13
APR
2026
APR
2026
Interview with Vanessa Osman-actor, writer, speaker and spinal cord injury survivor.
Posted by: Ted Meyer
In 2003, Vanessa Osman’s life profoundly changed as a result of an accident. She sustained a cervical spinal cord injury with subsequent paralysis. Vanessa shares her powerful journey from grappling with the physical & emotional trauma while over time embracing life and truly flourishing.
29
JAN
2026
JAN
2026
Interview with Sierra Domb- Making a difference for herself and others with VSS
Posted by: Ted Meyer
Sierra Domb’s life was transformed at age 21 by Visual Snow Syndrome. Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS) is a complex neurological condition with widespread global impact for people of all ages that has largely been unacknowledged by the medical profession. She channeled her energy into making a difference for both herself and others afflicted by this condition. Through the support of ongoing research and advocacy on an international scale, awareness and knowledge has taken a major leap forward.
Continue Reading →
9
SEP
2025
SEP
2025
Mustafa Rfat, shares with us his powerful journey as a refugee living with a disability. Through the dual trauma came an opportunity for connection, friendship and advocacy. He welcomes us with new eyes to see both the challenges and the full potential that is part of the larger human story.
Continue Reading →
11
APR
2025
APR
2025
Naturalist docent blind tour leader whose loss of vision reawakened the gift of giving to others. His teaching and guidance has expanded our appreciation of the natural world beyond vision to encompass all our senses.
Continue Reading →
25
OCT
2024
OCT
2024
Illustrious violinist and congenital amputee, whose passion for music, support of family and ability to think out of the box, helped him recognize opportunities, where many saw barriers. As a disability advocate and founder of the Music Inclusion Program in Boston he is also supporting others to flourish.
Continue Reading →
25
OCT
2024
OCT
2024
Haskell Small a great musician exemplifies the power of belief, perseverance and love of music.
Posted by: Ted Meyer
Haskell Small an accomplished pianist and stroke survivor through his belief and perseverance, further reinforced by his family and physical therapist Jan Dommerholt, exemplify the ability to excel and celebrate life. He accomplished this on his terms, despite the collective doubt.
Continue Reading →
27
NOV
2023
NOV
2023