STORYTELLING AT DIVAS WITH DISABILITIES™

Reshaping What Disability Looks Like — One Story at a Time

At Divas With Disabilities™, storytelling is central to our mission. We amplify the lived experiences of women of color with disabilities — their brilliance, challenges, humor, triumphs, and everyday realities.

Each story expands representation, deepens understanding, and
strengthens our movement.

Your voice is powerful. Your story matters. And when you share it, you help reshape what disability looks like for the world.

Why Your Story Matters

Your story helps us:
 Challenge stereotypes
 Build community and connection
 Increase visibility for women of color with disabilities
 Inspire future generations
 Show the world the diversity of disability experiences

Every submission adds to a growing archive of truth, resilience, and representation.

How to Share Your Story

We welcome personal essays, reflections, creative pieces, or narratives that highlight your lived experience. Whether you’re sharing a moment, a milestone, or a message, your story contributes to our collective impact.

Recommended submission length: 500–1,000 words. Please include:
 Your written story
 Two high-resolution photos
 A signed photo authorization form

Your submission will be reviewed by our editorial team. If selected, your story will be featured on the DWD Storytelling Blog.

Click here to submit your story via our offsite BLOG SUBMISSION FORM.

Read Stories From Our Community

Click here to read our stories on The Divas Blog.

Prefer Email?

If you’d rather email your submission, you may send it to: info@divaswithdisabilities.org