What’s A Leg Got To Do With It?: Black, Female and Disabled in America
Donna R. Walton, Ed.D. • February 1, 2011
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National Cancer Survivors Day (NCSD) Foundation and highlights Donna R. Walton, EdD (Washington, D.C.): Survivor who had her leg amputated due to bone cancer at 18.
DIVAS stands for Dynamic, Illuminating, Victorious, Achieving Sisters. Dr. Donna Walton shares how her experiences at the intersection of being Black, female, and living with a disability inspired the creation of this impactful organization. She highlights the core mission and vision of DIVAS: to challenge stereotypes, dismantle stigma, and promote the social inclusion of women with disabilities.
Join Dr. Donna Walton, Founder and President of @divaswithdisabilities, as she emphasizes the importance of viewing disabilities as part of one’s identity, not as a limitation or barrier.