A ⚪️ nonbinary queer aroace disabled ADHD Ling Anthro PhD w/ MS | @vs_Evil Herald @DisabledCCC @YOUphoriaTV @TeamTranstopia | Email: [email protected]
Massachusetts, USA
Joined October 2020
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KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
Disabled people are not expendable
We aren’t “less than”
We aren’t “getting a free ride”
Being chronically ill is not like being on vacation
Receiving benefits or any type of support is not easy
The system is designed to dehumanize, discourage & punish
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
Buckle up babes, here’s the list I recommend the most:
Books:
Disability Visibility
Black Disability Politics (disclosure: I voice the audiobook)
A Disability History of the U.S.
The Right To Maim
Capitalism and Disability
Feminist Queer Crip
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
The Passover story is one of liberation. It should inspire us to fight for liberation for all. The promised land will never require be built on violent ethno nationalism. When we say “next year in Jerusalem” I hope we are praying for peace
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
Disability is the only minority group you can join at any time. No one asks for it or expects it, it just happens
It’s not a moral failing. You didn’t deserve it. Most people will experience disability at some point in their lives
So why do we treat disabled people so badly? 🧵
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
“What are disabled people high risk for severe COVID supposed to do if they ban the vaccine?”
Die. We are supposed to get sick and die. Don’t you get it yet? The mask bans, expansion of state power to force institutionalization, expansion of MAID, etc etc are so that we DIE
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
Figuring out how to properly pace yourself as a chronically ill person is like the world’s hardest game of sudoku.
I’m sure there is a right answer somewhere in there but I don’t have enough information to figure it out.
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
A lot of white disabled people that say they're supportive of marginalized people. Mean only the white disabled ones. Cause why don't you acknowledge Black History Month. Why do you block Black disabled people that speak up on the racism they face in the disability community.
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
Hey all!
I decided to raise money for @MaskBlocLA! Many of which are disabled and immunocompromised. They are helping people have access to masks! Which is so important! All profits from the sale of my Cat Mask Up pins and stickers will be donated.
Links below! Please share!
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KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
A doctor posted earlier that she saved a life because she believed her patient.
She described him as “strong”, a father, a firefighter. Someone who wouldn’t complain for no reason.
How can HCWs not realize this bias insinuates others DO complain for no reason? 🧵
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
Try replacing a no politics rule with a no bigotry rule. Too many of us have been told not to talk about our identities in no politics streams. Because marginalized lives are politicized.
You want to avoid arguments and debates, but make it a place we feel welcome?
1/5
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
I've been able to get to the point where Sery_Bot can be in your Twitch channel full time.
No more joining/leaving when you stream. Now it's always there when you need him.
Seems like a small change at the surface, but finally can say it's done.
Storytime in the thread 🧵
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
Everyone needs people in their lives that will call them in if they're doing something harmful to themselves or others. We need people that can have hard conversations with us. Not just people that will defend us regardless of what we do or say.
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
One thing I've learned over the years is that the people you surround yourself with can say a lot about you. I've noticed abusers tend to surround themselves with enablers and people that will be "loyal" to them regardless of what they do. That's not healthy and inhibits growth.
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
Cc people, I'm going to hold your hand when I say this, but getting long covid in and of itself cannot be seen as a sign of an individual moral failing. Yes, even if you get brain damage.
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
I know that some people find it hard to believe but someone being awful isn't due to mental illness. There are plenty of people with mental illness that are kind. Please stop stigmatizing mental illness. Don't blame people's bad behaviors on mental illness.
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
Lots of folks give to charities as part of their new year resolution.
If that's you, please consider the impact of supporting individuals directly while we all work to change the system.
If you're struggling, leave your links below.
If you can, please help out.
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
Before Tinu left us, we talked about what she wanted moving forward.
She said she wanted her work in assisting those who are struggling to continue.
If you are struggling today, leave your links below.
If you can assist, please do in Tinu's memory.
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
I’m seeing a lot of “if your mask works why do I need one” and want to tackle the reason one way masking isn’t enough.
I’m immunocompromised and wear a fitted N99 anytime I leave the house. It’s excellent personal protection.
I still wish more people would mask 🧵
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
All I see around me are people who are struggling.
The cause is systemic, but I'm asking individuals to help make someone's day a little easier today.
Share your links below if you're struggling right now.
Help out if able, please.
KamiAnya on bsky 🏳️⚧️✡♿️ (they/them) retweeted
Happy Birthday to our pal and member, @KamiAnya1! 🎂🎉✨
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