We. Are. Game-changers.

People with disabilities are game changers. You know why? They work harder than everybody else. Whatever the challenge that your disability comes with, you have to overcome that challenge. And you have to work harder than over people to overcome those challenges.

I was inspired to write this blog post when of my friends got an article written about him. His name is Elbert, and while he doesn't have physical challenges like me, he is a deaf actor. 

One of the quote from this article is: "Where is the support from the Boston theatre community to engage and encourage the diversity of artists? How can those with disabilities grow their crafts and skills in professional performances, both backstage and onstage? Yes, the accessibility is getting there, but we are not there yet – fully, equally. How does the Boston theatre community celebrate inclusion? Why are we constantly an afterthought or pushed aside? Discussion of equality is not enough. We deserve action"

It is time to take action in the world. Whether you have a disability or not. If you do believe in something, you have the courage and power to make it happen. Change starts with understanding and empathy.

While reading this article that I read this morning about Elbert, it made me realize the world of theater is a very special place. It incoperates two of my main principles, diversity and inclusion!

 "When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful." –Malala Yousafzai

http://www.netheatregeek.com/2017/08/22/a-letter-to-the-boston-theatre-community-from-one-of-our-own-e-j-speaks-his-truth-to-power/