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BORN OF SERVICE, RAISED IN STRENGTH
I was born and raised in the heart of Eastern North Carolina, in Bertie County, a place where the river bends slow, the fields stretch wide, and the spirit of the people is unshakable. This is the land that raised me, where resilience is not just a value, it’s a lifeline. And in that rich…
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Zazel O’Garra: Reclaiming the Spotlight Through Resilience and Dance
“Turning setbacks into comebacks… I’m a fighter.” These words define Zazel-Chavah O’Garra, a choreographer, dancer, actor, model, brain tumor survivor, advocate and activist for dancers with disabilities—and, most importantly, a visionary Diva. From gracing the covers of ESSENCE magazine to captivating audiences as the founder of ZCO/DANCE PROJECT, Zazel has mastered the art of transforming…
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The Invisible Ones: Shedding Light on Non-Obvious Disabilities
When we think of disability, we often picture visible aids: a wheelchair, a cane or a prosthetic limb. But not all disabilities fit neatly into society’s expectations. Some are invisible, hidden beneath the surface yet profoundly impactful. These are the “invisible ones”—the disabilities we don’t see but whose presence is deeply felt. Meet Desirée C.…
