Dora, this was such a thoughtful and important piece. Thank you for including me and for holding my son’s story with so much care.
What you said about “normal” really landed. So much of what people react to isn’t difference itself — it’s how narrowly we’ve been taught to define what’s acceptable. And that shows up early, in small moments, in places that should feel safe.
I really appreciate how you pointed out that inclusion isn’t just about tools or awareness days. It’s about how we think, what we model, and what we quietly allow.
This is the kind of reflection that actually moves things forward. Grateful to be part of it!!
Thank you so much Anna for taking your time to read this. You and your lovely boy are a huge inspiration to me to share my experience with my Students living with disability. Sending love <3 thank you so much for being here
Dora, this was such a thoughtful and important piece. Thank you for including me and for holding my son’s story with so much care.
What you said about “normal” really landed. So much of what people react to isn’t difference itself — it’s how narrowly we’ve been taught to define what’s acceptable. And that shows up early, in small moments, in places that should feel safe.
I really appreciate how you pointed out that inclusion isn’t just about tools or awareness days. It’s about how we think, what we model, and what we quietly allow.
This is the kind of reflection that actually moves things forward. Grateful to be part of it!!
Thank you so much Anna for taking your time to read this. You and your lovely boy are a huge inspiration to me to share my experience with my Students living with disability. Sending love <3 thank you so much for being here
This is an amazing and thought provoking piece Dora! Thank you for sharing and thank you for speaking up!
Thank you so much Rose for taking your time to read my essay and share your thoughts, it means a lot to me <3 Thank you so much for being here.