District of Columbia, United States •
$1,501 - $5,000
About
Elijah Armstrong is an epileptic from Jacksonville, Florida, who was forced to sue his high school in order to receive accommodations. This kickstarted his passion for disability activism, specifically in the realm of education. He got his bachelor’s degree from Penn State in Education and Public Po…
White House Roundtable Discussion with Young, Black History makers
I was a panelist on a roundtable discussion at the White House addressed the importance of educational equity, especially for students with disabilities. The Heumann-Armstrong Award, an award developed in partnership with Judy Heumann to highlight students who have demonstrated anti-ableism was a central aspect of my discussion.
OCALICON Conference: What's Next? Advocacy Panel
I was a panelist discussing the importance of advocacy, especially student advocacy. The importance of advocacy and listening to student advocates is an essential aspect of the presentation and work I do.
REV UP Conference
I was a featured speaker discussing the importance of voting and taking part in the democratic process with a significant focus on youth.
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