Disabled Role Models Every Kid Should Know!

Teacher, Missionary

Dr. Andrew Foster established the first 32 schools for Deaf children in Africa.

Paralympic Swimmer

Ellie Simmonds began swimming at age 5. She has won 4 gold medals at the Paralympics.

Artist

Frida Kahlo created art about herself, her family, and her disability. Because of her chronic pain, she often made her art while laying in bed.

Advocate + Social Media Influencer 

Claire Raymond shares her experiences of growing up with Tethered Spinal Cord Syndrome on her Instagram account, @LivingWithClaireity.

Sound Artist + Deaf Activist

Christine Sun Kim creates art that explores language, communication, and Deaf culture.

Disability Rights Lawyer + Author

In 2013, Haben Girma became the first Deaf-blind individual to attend and graduate from Harvard Law School.