July is Disability Pride Month, and as we raise our voices and celebrate disability identity, it’s also a time to raise the Disability Pride Flag — a symbol of visibility, solidarity, and strength in the face of exclusion. At Avenues, we believe symbols matter. They give shape to movements, spark conversation, and tell the world:
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At Avenues, we stand with pride this month – Disability Pride Month – as we celebrate the strength, resilience, talent and humanity of people with disability. Disability Pride Month isn’t about pretending everything is easy. It’s not about ignoring the barriers, the injustice, or the fights still ahead. It’s about saying: We are here. We
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Friday was a wonderful reminder of the power of community and compassion as we gathered for a fantastic workshop with Dementia Friendly Gympie. The session was filled with insightful conversations, valuable information, and—most importantly—heartfelt stories shared by guest speakers with lived experience. Hearing directly from those navigating life with dementia, along with their families, gave
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