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Disability studies is a growing interdisciplinary field. There is a new vibrant community of disabled artists, writers, dancers and creators of all kinds making their presence known. In this course, we will explore disability identity through narratives that present disability as lived experience. These narratives include Nussbaums Good KIngs, Bad Kings, and excerpts from the Unbroken: 13 Stories Starring Disabled Teens.
Together we will take a moment to reflect on how these narratives shape our beliefs. In a safe arena, we will explore disability identity through creating narratives of our own, freewriting and sharing as time allows.
Do you have anyone in your life that lives with physical or mental condition that limits their movements, senses or activities? Have you ever wanted to write a character with a disability, but you aren't sure where to start? This class is for you.
Please come with pen, paper and an open mind.
About the Instructor:
A poet, writer, and disability activist LeQuina Knox is a recent graduate of the Master of Liberal Arts Program at the University of South Florida. Her goal is to write stories about the experiences of disabled teens of color. She hopes that sharing her own experiences asa young black woman with cerebral palsy will help show other disabled women that they are worthy of love and acceptance. When she is not writing or teaching, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family.
Saturday, January 25 (1:00pm-3:00pm).
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LocationLitSpace Literary Arts Institute at Morean Arts Center (View)
719 Central Avenue
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
United States
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| Minimum Age: 18 |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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