By Jewel Connelly, Communications Specialist Initially connecting with the Amputee Coalition to help her patients, Kristine McGuire has since stepped into an even larger volunteer leadership role as inaugural Regional Ambassador for the Prairie Region. Although not an...
By Jewel Connelly, Communications Specialist Having lived most of her life as an able-bodied person, Jean Mwale has witnessed both sides—before and after amputation. Like many others, she is experiencing firsthand the physical challenges and insurance...
Job seekers who have a limb loss or limb difference often face more questions than other applicants. One of them is a question they ask themselves. Should I explain my circumstances during the interview process? During the Amputee Coalition’s concluding webinar in a...
As we reflect on everything we’ve accomplished during this year’s Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month and Advocacy Forum, we recognize that it wouldn’t be possible without hardworking advocates like you! Tammie Higginbotham is one such advocate who helped...
Although we are more than halfway through LLLDAM, there is still so much to learn as we unpack just some of the ways you can get involved in advocacy! If you were unable to make the live webinar on the Power of Personal Narrative, we invite you to watch the full...
Nebraska recently joined the growing list of states who have declared April as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month through gubernatorial proclamation! We would like to thank Gov. Jim Pillen for signing the proclamation and celebrate the efforts of advocate...
We hope after last week’s Advocacy 101 Virtual Workshop you left inspired and empowered to take your place as a community advocate. If you were unable to attend, we encourage you to watch the full recording, which leads into Wednesday’s webinar on the Power of...
There has never been a better time to Elevate Your Voice than during Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness month! Help us heighten the visibility of the limb loss/limb difference community. Whether you are an amputee, a family member, or a compassionate ally for the...
If you have a limb loss or a limb difference and have considered testing the waters of advocacy, but you have reservations, you should know you already possess the most valuable tools. This was the first primary takeaway from Advocacy 101, the virtual workshop that...
We have accomplished a lot, but more work needs to be done to serve our community’s needs and make the world truly accessible for all. This is why ongoing advocacy is pivotal. Improvements are necessary in all facets of life, from public spaces and infrastructure to...