In this episode I talk to Desi Forte about her experiences as a disabled woman , her work Easter Seals of Massachusetts and the importance of teaching disability history. Desi Forte is the Youth Program Manager at Easterseals MA. She has been in this role since 2013, helping to grow youth programs centered around empowering youth with disabilities through leadership as well as mentoring. Desi is also an active member of the disability community. Through both her work and advocacy she is passionate about furthering disability rights and equality.