Disability EmpowHer Network

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Happy International Space Day! Today we are highlighting Michaela “Michi” Benthaus, the first wheelchair user to go to s...
05/29/2026

Happy International Space Day! Today we are highlighting Michaela “Michi” Benthaus, the first wheelchair user to go to space!

Image ID: On a galaxy background. White text reads “Happy International Space Day!” Below this is a picture of Michi in her space suit, sitting in her wheelchair. Under the picture, in white text, it reads “Michaela “Michi” Benthaus, first wheelchair user in space”

Congratulations to all of the participants in our spring EmpowHer Expressions program who gave speeches to the group las...
05/29/2026

Congratulations to all of the participants in our spring EmpowHer Expressions program who gave speeches to the group last week as part of their final class. We are so proud of them and impressed by their growth. We can’t wait to see what they do with these public speaking skills.

Image description: a zoom screenshot of a group of disabled women and nonbinary people smiling.

We were honored to receive the Directors’ Award from the Greater Rochester Association for Women Attorneys (GRAWA) last ...
05/29/2026

We were honored to receive the Directors’ Award from the Greater Rochester Association for Women Attorneys (GRAWA) last night.

The Directors’ Award recognizes a person or organization whose work enhances the lives of women, and it means so much to see the work of Disability EmpowHer Network and the disabled girls and women we serve recognized in this way.

Our CEO Stephanie Woodward attended alongside Empowered Futures Coordinator Danielle Bentley and two of our young leaders, Mia Howie and Red Shumaker, who help coordinate our EmpowHer Roc and Roc+ programs.

We also want to recognize the leadership of GRAWA throughout the evening. Their willingness to listen, respond thoughtfully, and embrace opportunities to improve accessibility reflected the kind of leadership that creates meaningful progress and makes people feel genuinely respected and valued.

We are grateful for the honor and for leaders committed to continuing to learn and grow alongside our community.

ID: a photo of four disabled women and nonbinary people sitting in wheelchairs and smiling.

Want to get involved with Disability EmpowHer Network? Join us for a webinar on Zoom on June 17 at 12pm ET to discuss vo...
05/28/2026

Want to get involved with Disability EmpowHer Network? Join us for a webinar on Zoom on June 17 at 12pm ET to discuss volunteer opportunities.

Sign up through this link: https://forms.gle/XbkXd9XqR4xjZVkd8

ID: A purple graphic featuring a photo of three disabled girls posing for a photo. Below is the text: Become a Volunteer. Want to get involved with Disability EmpowHer Network? Join us for a webinar on Zoom to discuss volunteer opportunities. Volunteer webinar: Wednesday June 17 at 12pm ET. Sign up through the link in our bio or at https://www.disabilityempowhernetwork.org/calendar

Join us on June 6 for an afternoon of selfcare, accessible and intentional movement, and goats! Secure your spots today:...
05/27/2026

Join us on June 6 for an afternoon of selfcare, accessible and intentional movement, and goats!

Secure your spots today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdorhpBE7xPKyzjOmXO6NE9h5JIrKgrtJ6yBxD2creRtoPkdg/viewform

ID: a graphic that reads EmpowHer ROC and ROC+ Presents Gentle Movements with Goats. Join us for an afternoon of selfcare, accessible and intentional movement, and goats! June 6 2026 Perinton Park Shelter 99 O’Connor Rd Fairport NY 14450 1-3pm. Secure your spots today using our RSVP form.

Looking to see more art by disabled women? Here’s a sneak peak into Disabled Women Make History (and Art), an art show c...
05/27/2026

Looking to see more art by disabled women? Here’s a sneak peak into Disabled Women Make History (and Art), an art show celebrating disabled women!

We have some incredible artwork set to be showcased, including this piece titled Dreamy Delirium by Elizabeth Hoverman. Be sure to check out the art on display from the opening reception on June 20 through July 31 in celebration of Disability Pride Month.

Will we see you there? Comment below!

Image description: a blue graphic with text that reads Disabled Women Make History (and Art) 06.20.26 - 07.31.26. To the right is a piece of artwork titled Dreamy Delirium by Elizabeth Hoverman.

05/27/2026

Our Empowered Futures Summer Sessions are completely FREE for students with disabilities who want to start planning for life after high school. Whether you’re thinking about college, careers, or just figuring out what comes next, we’ve got you covered.

Sign up by June 1: https://forms.gle/jL9CHVxDDMDhdJV58

The first of our Empowered Futures Summer Sessions is nearly a month away! Explore community colleges, universities, and...
05/26/2026

The first of our Empowered Futures Summer Sessions is nearly a month away! Explore community colleges, universities, and trade programs, discovering pathways post-high school. We clarify each option, accessing disability services, application processes, and funding basics like scholarships and budgeting, fostering an empowering and inclusive journey.

Our Empowered Futures Summer Sessions are completely FREE for students with disabilities who want to start planning for life after high school. Whether you’re thinking about college, careers, or just figuring out what comes next, we’ve got you covered.

Sign up by June 1: https://forms.gle/jL9CHVxDDMDhdJV58

Image Description: A bright summer-themed social media graphic promoting free Empowered Futures Summer Sessions for students with disabilities. The design includes warm colors, playful elements like sunshine and icons, and highlights topics such as college prep, job exploration, workplace readiness, and self-advocacy, along with dates and locations.

For International Tiara Day, we are celebrating our own Heidi Lawrence, the reigning National Sr. Miss Amazing Queen! Ch...
05/24/2026

For International Tiara Day, we are celebrating our own Heidi Lawrence, the reigning National Sr. Miss Amazing Queen! Check out Heidi’s interview with Cait about the pageant here!

Image ID: The cover photo is Heidi, a smiling white disabled woman sitting in a wheelchair wearing pageant attire and a tiara, and holding a large trophy.
Video ID: Two white disabled women sit in pink wheelchairs. On the left is Heidi, who is wearing a pink dress, pink pageant sash, and large silver tiara. On the right is Cait, who is wearing a purple Disabled Women Make History shirt and black leggings.
Audio ID: Closed captions are present throughout the video.

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