Thread by @helenrottier

I am preparing to explain, for the umpteenth time, why disabled students need disabled mentors (rather than nondisabled “peer” mentors) to teach us how to navigate accommodations, disclosure, and #AcademicAbleism. #DisInHigherEd

If you have had one or several #DisabilityMentors who shaped your experience of disability pride, community, and #DisInHigherEd, please share and use the hashtag! #DisabilityTwitter #AcademicTwitter #AcademicChatter

My #DisabilityMentors include @AccessNell, @ZoieSheets, @MaggLiz, @timgordonjr, @PriceMargaret, @ashleyshoo, @StarFeuri, @CarrieSandahl, @cycleberry, @Elizabe91404609, @elizabethsibert, and so many others, for whom I am grateful.

I hope I can be one of your #DisabilityMentors too! I’m open about my experiences, and if you have a question or want advice, my DMs are usually open.