I’m a card carrying socialist & union member & all that and/but this book fucking torpedoed for me the myth that Democrats & Republicans are “the same.” The massive, fundamental differences btwn D & R administrations in regard to disabled ppl’s lives is INSANE.👩🏻🦼➡️❤️
judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
Being Heumann | Personal Story & Fighting Education | Judithheumann
One of the most influential disability rights activists in US history tells her personal story of fighting for the right to receive education
judithheumann.com
July 17, 2026 at 1:28 AM
I’m a card carrying socialist & union member & all that and/but this book fucking torpedoed for me the myth that Democrats & Republicans are “the same.” The massive, fundamental differences btwn D & R administrations in regard to disabled ppl’s lives is INSANE.👩🏻🦼➡️❤️
judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
#WomensHistoryMonth
The level of respect & admiration I have for these women is immeasurable!
#ClaudiaGordon
#FannieLouHamer
#JudithHeumann
#BarbaraJordan
#AliceWong
#BadassWomenWithDisabilities
The level of respect & admiration I have for these women is immeasurable!
#ClaudiaGordon
#FannieLouHamer
#JudithHeumann
#BarbaraJordan
#AliceWong
#BadassWomenWithDisabilities
March 22, 2025 at 11:51 PM
#WomensHistoryMonth
The level of respect & admiration I have for these women is immeasurable!
#ClaudiaGordon
#FannieLouHamer
#JudithHeumann
#BarbaraJordan
#AliceWong
#BadassWomenWithDisabilities
The level of respect & admiration I have for these women is immeasurable!
#ClaudiaGordon
#FannieLouHamer
#JudithHeumann
#BarbaraJordan
#AliceWong
#BadassWomenWithDisabilities
Just finished this amazing, inspiring autobio of Judy Heumann. READ IT & learn how direct action gets the goods. Beautiful tonic against certain strains of cowardice we see today. judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
Being Heumann | Personal Story & Fighting Education | Judithheumann
One of the most influential disability rights activists in US history tells her personal story of fighting for the right to receive education
judithheumann.com
May 25, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Just finished this amazing, inspiring autobio of Judy Heumann. READ IT & learn how direct action gets the goods. Beautiful tonic against certain strains of cowardice we see today. judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
July 26, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Inauguration du parvis #JudithHeumann par le maire de Lyon : prise de parole antivalidiste d'@HANDI_SOCIAL, @CLE_Autistes et @uneseuleecole.bsky.social
youtu.be/DNVSiWUaIpk?...
Le 2 décembre 2024, le maire de Lyon, Gregory Doucet
a inauguré le parvis Judith Heumann au pied du musée
youtu.be/DNVSiWUaIpk?...
Le 2 décembre 2024, le maire de Lyon, Gregory Doucet
a inauguré le parvis Judith Heumann au pied du musée
Inauguration parvis Judith Heumann à Lyon : prise de parole Handi-Social, Clé-Autistes et CUSE
YouTube video by Odile MAURIN
youtu.be
December 2, 2024 at 7:20 PM
Inauguration du parvis #JudithHeumann par le maire de Lyon : prise de parole antivalidiste d'@HANDI_SOCIAL, @CLE_Autistes et @uneseuleecole.bsky.social
youtu.be/DNVSiWUaIpk?...
Le 2 décembre 2024, le maire de Lyon, Gregory Doucet
a inauguré le parvis Judith Heumann au pied du musée
youtu.be/DNVSiWUaIpk?...
Le 2 décembre 2024, le maire de Lyon, Gregory Doucet
a inauguré le parvis Judith Heumann au pied du musée
Such a great documentary! Judy Heumann is an absolute legend! judithheumann.com
Judy Heumann | Disability Rights Advocate | Judithheumann
Judith Heumann is an internationally recognized leader in the disability community & lifelong civil rights advocate for disadvantaged people
judithheumann.com
March 12, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Such a great documentary! Judy Heumann is an absolute legend! judithheumann.com
I just spent the last few days re-reading “Being Heumann” the powerful and inspiring memoir of an extraordinary woman, like a far away mentor for me, a fierce leader of Disability Rights in the US… I highly recommend this book… judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
Being Heumann | Personal Story & Fighting Education | Judithheumann
One of the most influential disability rights activists in US history tells her personal story of fighting for the right to receive education
judithheumann.com
November 29, 2024 at 10:14 PM
I just spent the last few days re-reading “Being Heumann” the powerful and inspiring memoir of an extraordinary woman, like a far away mentor for me, a fierce leader of Disability Rights in the US… I highly recommend this book… judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
A book that belongs on everyone’s shelf this #DisabilityPrideMonth:
Being Heumann: judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
What are you reading to expand your perspective this month?
Being Heumann: judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
What are you reading to expand your perspective this month?
Being Heumann | Personal Story & Fighting Education | Judithheumann
One of the most influential disability rights activists in US history tells her personal story of fighting for the right to receive education
judithheumann.com
July 2, 2025 at 2:24 PM
A book that belongs on everyone’s shelf this #DisabilityPrideMonth:
Being Heumann: judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
What are you reading to expand your perspective this month?
Being Heumann: judithheumann.com/being-heumann/
What are you reading to expand your perspective this month?
Judith Heumann's legacy continues to inspire. 💜
We're excited to see Being Heumann bringing one of the disability rights movement's most influential voices to an even wider audience.
Accessibility matters. Representation matters. apnews.com/article/tiff...
#DisabilityRights #JudithHeumann
We're excited to see Being Heumann bringing one of the disability rights movement's most influential voices to an even wider audience.
Accessibility matters. Representation matters. apnews.com/article/tiff...
#DisabilityRights #JudithHeumann
'Being Heumann,' about a disability rights activist, to open Toronto film festival
A film about the late disability rights activist Judith Heumann will open the 51st Toronto International Film Festival.
apnews.com
July 7, 2026 at 5:42 PM
Judith Heumann's legacy continues to inspire. 💜
We're excited to see Being Heumann bringing one of the disability rights movement's most influential voices to an even wider audience.
Accessibility matters. Representation matters. apnews.com/article/tiff...
#DisabilityRights #JudithHeumann
We're excited to see Being Heumann bringing one of the disability rights movement's most influential voices to an even wider audience.
Accessibility matters. Representation matters. apnews.com/article/tiff...
#DisabilityRights #JudithHeumann
Apple is making a film about legendary disability rights advocate Judith Heumann 🎬
We’re here for more stories that center disability, justice, and visibility.
More from @disabilityscoop: www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/06/03/a...
#DisabilityRights #JudithHeumann #AccessibilityMatters
We’re here for more stories that center disability, justice, and visibility.
More from @disabilityscoop: www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/06/03/a...
#DisabilityRights #JudithHeumann #AccessibilityMatters
Apple Making Film About Disability Rights Activist
A feature film is in the works about a prominent activist known as the "mother of the disability rights movement."
www.disabilityscoop.com
June 4, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Apple is making a film about legendary disability rights advocate Judith Heumann 🎬
We’re here for more stories that center disability, justice, and visibility.
More from @disabilityscoop: www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/06/03/a...
#DisabilityRights #JudithHeumann #AccessibilityMatters
We’re here for more stories that center disability, justice, and visibility.
More from @disabilityscoop: www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/06/03/a...
#DisabilityRights #JudithHeumann #AccessibilityMatters
Gratitude to the late Judy Heumann and comrades for securing some rights for disabled people. judithheumann.com
Judy Heumann | Disability Rights Advocate | Judithheumann
Judith Heumann is an internationally recognized leader in the disability community & lifelong civil rights advocate for disadvantaged people
judithheumann.com
November 10, 2024 at 12:23 PM
Gratitude to the late Judy Heumann and comrades for securing some rights for disabled people. judithheumann.com
Apple TV just announced a new film based on disability rights activist Judith Heumann’s memoir “about how she led a group of disabled people to take over the San Francisco Federal Building in a protest calling for enforcement of a US law requiring federal spaces to become accessible.”
Being Heumann | Personal Story & Fighting Education | Judithheumann
One of the most influential disability rights activists in US history tells her personal story of fighting for the right to receive education
judithheumann.com
June 1, 2025 at 6:20 AM
Apple TV just announced a new film based on disability rights activist Judith Heumann’s memoir “about how she led a group of disabled people to take over the San Francisco Federal Building in a protest calling for enforcement of a US law requiring federal spaces to become accessible.”
Died #otd Judith Heumann (1947-2023), American disability rights activist, 2 years ago today #JudithHeumannlife story...
March 4, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Died #otd Judith Heumann (1947-2023), American disability rights activist, 2 years ago today #JudithHeumannlife story...
Women in History Spotlight: Judith Heumann
Judith was a central figure in the disability rights movement. After being denied entry to school as a child, she spent her life pushing for equal access in education, employment, and public spaces.
#WomenInHistory #JudithHeumann
Judith was a central figure in the disability rights movement. After being denied entry to school as a child, she spent her life pushing for equal access in education, employment, and public spaces.
#WomenInHistory #JudithHeumann
December 11, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Women in History Spotlight: Judith Heumann
Judith was a central figure in the disability rights movement. After being denied entry to school as a child, she spent her life pushing for equal access in education, employment, and public spaces.
#WomenInHistory #JudithHeumann
Judith was a central figure in the disability rights movement. After being denied entry to school as a child, she spent her life pushing for equal access in education, employment, and public spaces.
#WomenInHistory #JudithHeumann
Mark Ruffalo stars as Joseph Califano in Apple’s ‘BEING HEUMANN’, directed by Siân Heder.
The film follows Judith Heumann’s 1977 28-day sit-in with disabled activists in San Francisco to enforce accessibility laws.
#BeingHeumann #MarkRuffalo #JudithHeumann
The film follows Judith Heumann’s 1977 28-day sit-in with disabled activists in San Francisco to enforce accessibility laws.
#BeingHeumann #MarkRuffalo #JudithHeumann
June 11, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Mark Ruffalo stars as Joseph Califano in Apple’s ‘BEING HEUMANN’, directed by Siân Heder.
The film follows Judith Heumann’s 1977 28-day sit-in with disabled activists in San Francisco to enforce accessibility laws.
#BeingHeumann #MarkRuffalo #JudithHeumann
The film follows Judith Heumann’s 1977 28-day sit-in with disabled activists in San Francisco to enforce accessibility laws.
#BeingHeumann #MarkRuffalo #JudithHeumann
Everyone should know the story and contributions of Judy Heumann: judithheumann.com
May 13, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Everyone should know the story and contributions of Judy Heumann: judithheumann.com
On March 4, we remember Judith “Judy” Heumann and her lasting impact on disability rights. Her leadership in protest and policy reshaped access and opportunity worldwide. Learn more about her legacy: www.hrw.org/news/2025/03.... #DisabilityRights #JudithHeumann #Disabilities
March 4, 2026 at 4:40 PM
On March 4, we remember Judith “Judy” Heumann and her lasting impact on disability rights. Her leadership in protest and policy reshaped access and opportunity worldwide. Learn more about her legacy: www.hrw.org/news/2025/03.... #DisabilityRights #JudithHeumann #Disabilities
Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
“Disability only becomes a tragedy when society fails to provide the things we need to lead our lives.” Judy Heumann
Heumann was an internationally recognized disability rights activist, regarded as “the mother” of the Disability Rights Movement. judithheumann.com
“Disability only becomes a tragedy when society fails to provide the things we need to lead our lives.” Judy Heumann
Heumann was an internationally recognized disability rights activist, regarded as “the mother” of the Disability Rights Movement. judithheumann.com
Judy Heumann | Disability Rights Advocate | Judithheumann
Judith Heumann is an internationally recognized leader in the disability community & lifelong civil rights advocate for disadvantaged people
judithheumann.com
April 18, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
“Disability only becomes a tragedy when society fails to provide the things we need to lead our lives.” Judy Heumann
Heumann was an internationally recognized disability rights activist, regarded as “the mother” of the Disability Rights Movement. judithheumann.com
“Disability only becomes a tragedy when society fails to provide the things we need to lead our lives.” Judy Heumann
Heumann was an internationally recognized disability rights activist, regarded as “the mother” of the Disability Rights Movement. judithheumann.com
Resources from Judy Heumann website
General
Do you have a disability-related question or issue, but you don’t know where to start?
Centers for Independent Living
Protection and Advocacy Organizations (see section below)
Parent Information Centers
judithheumann.com/resources/
General
Do you have a disability-related question or issue, but you don’t know where to start?
Centers for Independent Living
Protection and Advocacy Organizations (see section below)
Parent Information Centers
judithheumann.com/resources/
Resources | Disability Organization, Arts and Culture | Judithheumann
Resources - We welcome Judith Heumann, recognized internationally ... Click below to access resources to learn more about Judy Heumann
judithheumann.com
February 1, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Resources from Judy Heumann website
General
Do you have a disability-related question or issue, but you don’t know where to start?
Centers for Independent Living
Protection and Advocacy Organizations (see section below)
Parent Information Centers
judithheumann.com/resources/
General
Do you have a disability-related question or issue, but you don’t know where to start?
Centers for Independent Living
Protection and Advocacy Organizations (see section below)
Parent Information Centers
judithheumann.com/resources/
FYI, before I go to bed, @CripCampFilm is now on Netflix. I am ten minutes in and already have had chills multiple times, most recently seeing @judithheumann show up. The amount of history and pride in my community is absolutely overwhelming.
November 26, 2024 at 2:42 PM
FYI, before I go to bed, @CripCampFilm is now on Netflix. I am ten minutes in and already have had chills multiple times, most recently seeing @judithheumann show up. The amount of history and pride in my community is absolutely overwhelming.
Adding to this—follow the disabled voices who are continuing to fight for change and equality:
@judithheumann, the most badass of badasses and co-founder of the modern disability rights movement.
@Imani_Barbarin
@SFdirewolf
@SeeMiaRoll
@dominickevans
@judithheumann, the most badass of badasses and co-founder of the modern disability rights movement.
@Imani_Barbarin
@SFdirewolf
@SeeMiaRoll
@dominickevans
November 23, 2024 at 9:07 PM
Adding to this—follow the disabled voices who are continuing to fight for change and equality:
@judithheumann, the most badass of badasses and co-founder of the modern disability rights movement.
@Imani_Barbarin
@SFdirewolf
@SeeMiaRoll
@dominickevans
@judithheumann, the most badass of badasses and co-founder of the modern disability rights movement.
@Imani_Barbarin
@SFdirewolf
@SeeMiaRoll
@dominickevans
History is littered with activists who got their specific victory and drew a line and said 'OK this far but no further, we won equality and if you think there are still issues you are insulting us'. @judithheumann was the opposite - sweeping federal change was a good start.
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November 19, 2024 at 1:58 AM
History is littered with activists who got their specific victory and drew a line and said 'OK this far but no further, we won equality and if you think there are still issues you are insulting us'. @judithheumann was the opposite - sweeping federal change was a good start.
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