The Passing of Judy Heumann, Disability Rights Advocate
Our hearts are heavy upon learning the news of the passing of Judy Heumann. The disability community has lost a disability rights giant and a trailblazer who has influenced generations – mine included – and will continue to for many years to come.
As Justin Dart, Jr. was seen as the “Father of the ADA,” Judy is often referred to as the “mother” of the disability rights movement. Through her many interviews as a subject of the critically acclaimed and award-winning documentary, Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution and the author of Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Rights Activist, Judy brought real-life stories and perspectives to the mainstream.
We were honored when she accepted one of our 2020 Henry Viscardi Achievement Awards. As The Viscardi Center continues its work to empower children and adults and expands on opportunities to share the narratives of individuals with disabilities who paved the way for historic changes, Judy will be central for her role.
As she alluded to in Being Heumann, Judy shed light on the fact that we are all human. As humans, we will deeply feel her loss, but also remember and cherish her triumphs that changed the world for all of us.
Dr. Chris Rosa
President & CEO, The Viscardi Center
Recent Posts
Reach for a Star Luncheon, Starring Tony Winner Ali Stroker, Smashing Success!
One of The Viscardi Center’s beloved events, the annual Reach for a Star Luncheon was held on November 14, 2023, at the Crest Hollow Country Club. This spectacular event featured a live musical performance by Broadway star Ali Stroker. A Tony Award winner for her role...
St. John’s University Basketball Partners with Viscardi
Through its Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) collectives, St. John’s University basketball players are collaborating with the Wheelchair Basketball Program at the historic Henry Viscardi School at The Viscardi Center to promote inclusion in basketball, mentor youth with...
Viscardi Holds Dental Screening for Its Students and Program Participants with Disabilities
It was all smiles at The Viscardi Center on October 20th for its “Take a Dental Health Day – Screening and Education for the Disability Community" event. Dental health is crucial, but often difficult for people with disabilities to access. The collaboration with...
Email: info@viscardicenter.org
Careers | The Viscardi Store | FAQs | Financials | Staff Log-In | Accessibility Statement | Privacy Statement | Copyright