Black History and Disability Keynote: Etefia Umana

The double stigma of race and disability presents a particular set of barriers and challenges for Black people with disabilities. Join Etefia Umana, founder of nonprofit and education consulting company Umana Consultancy LLC, as he uncovers the historical experiences of Black people with disabilities, with a focus on St. Louis. Umana will highlight past challenges and systemic biases that affect access and quality of care, comorbidities, and issues surrounding housing and employment, as well as ongoing efforts toward social justice, accessibility, and inclusion.

This program will also include a musical performance by musician and songwriter Deb Busch.