6-word Challenge

For 50 years, the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center has worked to open doors and transform lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Over these 5 decades, much has changed—and much remains to be changed.

How has disability affected your life?

How do you experience disability?

See 6-word reflections below.

  • Family, friends, support, SpecialOlympics, YMCA, travel - Joanie Crowley
  • Not a burden, but a blessing - TPB
  • Being with my friends on campus - JAG
  • We all deserve the same opportunities! - ET
  • Disability notwithstanding, our lives are amazing! - John Shouse
  • Totally unique, but just like you - Steve's Dad

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