Blog | Tag: Disability Activist

In 1977, a group of disability rights activists staged a historic sit-in to demand the enforcement of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Their efforts helped lay the foundation for future disability protections, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

In honor of the anniversary of the 1977 504 Sit-In, we’d like to recount this significant moment in disability history.

Each day this February, we will be celebrating Black History Month by highlighting impactful Black disability activists and advocates. Stay up to date all month by following our blog or social media!

We are highlighting Black Floridians with disabilities during Black History Month. Our first two are Robert E. Streater III and Malcolm Harris-Gowdie.