The Disabled, Not Disposable campaign, led by National ADAPT, is rooted in the ‘power in numbers’ mentality. The disability community is vast, diverse, and strong. When we show up together, our voices cannot be ignored.
We know the urgency of this moment. Many of us in ADAPT feel the need to head to DC and to stand directly in the presence of those making decisions that impact our lives. That visibility matters. But real change requires more than presence, it requires people. This campaign is about collective action, about building a chorus so loud that it demands to be heard.
We are calling on our community and our allies to take part by sharing your voice. Create a short video in whatever way works for you. Say clearly and proudly: “I’m disabled, not disposable.” Share why this matters to you, your family, or your community.
Your video does not need to be perfect. It just needs to be real.
Once you’ve created your video:
- Share it widely
- Send it directly to your legislators
- Tag @nationaladapt to help amplify the message
This movement only grows if we grow it together. It’s all of us that will carry this forward.
Here is our instructional video:
Video with captions and ASL:
Video with audio description (no captions):
Video in Spanish: