August 22, 2024
People with disabilities are (slowly) gaining a voice in science
For too long, people with disabilities have been on the margins of science — but that’s starting to change. Kiana Jackson of the nonprofit New Disabled South calls for academia to include more people with disabilities in leadership roles — and to consider the intersectionality of disability, health, and disparities. Such inclusivity can boost scientific innovation and problem-solving.
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