Born January 23, 1939, Ed Roberts was a pioneer of the Independent Living Movement, championing self-determination for people with disabilities. Paralyzed from the neck down from polio, Roberts began his activism by challenging institutional barriers to completing his education. The first wheelchair user to attend the University of California, Berkeley, Roberts pushed for a program that would allow disabled students equal access to education and the ability to live independently on campus. Out o
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Today on his heavenly birthday, we uplift the life and legacy of Ed Roberts—the prolific disability rights activist known for his dedication to a better future, not only for his disabled peers, but for everyone. From the Capitol Crawl to landmark speeches delivered with love and humanity, Ed Roberts serves as an inspiration to all of us. #EdRobertsDay | The California Endowment
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