07/13/2026
It is Disability Pride Month!
Incarcerated people with disabilities face severe discrimination and are often targeted for sexual abuse. It is rare for people with disabilities behind bars to find spaces where they can truly celebrate their identities. But this past December, JDI was thrilled to participate in the California Institute for Women's first-ever Disability Pride event, which created a safe, joy-filled space to honor this community. The event featured a moving presentation of the Disability Pride Flag and an art project and poster contest where participants created posters about strength, resilience, beauty, and equity. It was a really powerful event and we were so proud to be a part of it!