The purpose of this form is to gather Black disabled stories in higher education. Stories can be positive or negative experiences that have occurred during your journey in academia. You are not limited to only one story, but please fill out the form again. These stories will be shared via tweet on the Twitter handle @DisInHigherEd

Story or experience topics may include (but are not limited to):
- Coming to terms with your disabled identity
- The unique perspective of being Black and Disabled
- Journey to higher education
- Accommodations
- Overcoming internalized ableism
- Self advocacy
- Experiences with lecturers/advisors/staff/colleagues/students
- Experiences of ableism
- Barriers in Higher Educations
- Reasons why you dropped out
- Success and celebration stories

You are not required to disclose your disability, if you would not like to. We recognize disclosure as a personal decision and so, many may feel better not disclosing your disability. We also recognize self-diagnosis are valid disabilities, so those who are self-diagnosed are welcome to submit a story.

The demographics question are optional and are simply so that Disabled in Higher Ed can ensure they are sharing stories and experiences that are representative of the Disabled in Higher Education community as a whole. Mandatory questions are marked with an asterix(*)

All stories will be read prior to sharing, to ensure there is no profanity or hate language, and to facilitate the Disabled in Higher Ed Team to add content warnings if needed.

Here at Disabled in Higher Ed, we take your privacy seriously, and we will share your story anonymously. Emails and other information are NOT recorded as part of this form.

If you have any further questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at disabledinhighered@gmail.com.