Disability Pride Month: Disability Pride Flag Raising

Date

- 4:30pm

Location

Flag Plaza

Description

Disability Pride Month is celebrated every July and is an “opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences, and struggles” of the disabled community (The Arc, 2024). It marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), passed July 26, 1990, the landmark legislation that broke down barriers to access and inclusion in society (The Arc, 2024). 2024 also marks the 51st anniversary of the 504 Sit-In and passage of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the first federal civil rights protection for disabled people (Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund, 2024). This year, Western Washington University will recognize Disability Pride Month with the raising of the Disability Pride Flag over Flag Plaza on Friday, July 26, the anniversary of the passing of the ADA.

WWU Flag Plaza is on South Campus Drive located between Wade King Student Recreation Center and the Academic Institutional West building. Please refer to the Campus Map and select the ‘Accessibility’ filter for information about the nearest accessible parking spots and accessible routes.

How to Celebrate Disability Pride Month at WWU and in Bellingham

  • WWU Disability Pride Flag Raising: Join us in recognizing Disability Pride Month at the Disability Pride Flag Raising on Friday, July 26 at 4:00 PM at WWU Flag Plaza.
  • Bellingham Disability Pride Festival: The Bellingham Disability Pride Festival is on Saturday, July 13 from 12:00 noon - 3:00 PM on the sidewalk along the 1300 block of Commercial Street. Find more information including accessibility information on WinkWink’s website at https://winkwinkboutique.com/pages/disabilityfest.

AA/EO. Accessibility Statement: This event is intended for all participants, including those with apparent or non-apparent disabilities. For disability accommodation(s) (such as ASL interpretation), please contact the Disability Access Center at drsfrontdesk@wwu.edu. Advanced notice is appreciated and sometimes necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

Image Description: Dark blue background with a white rectangular shape surrounded by a light blue line containing text in the top right. The text is a lighter blue and reads, “Flag raising ceremony for Disability Pride Month,” with Disability Pride Month in all caps. Underneath is white text that reads, “Friday, July 26th at 4:00PM” followed by “WWU Flag Plaza” in all caps. Beneath the text is a circular image of the visually safe disability pride flag against a cloud-filled blue sky.