Shannon Kelly Archives

Engracia Figueroa Photographer Credit: Shayan Asgharnia, 2021

Responding to the Department of Transportation/United Airlines settlement agreement concerning Engracia Figueroa

by Shannon Kelly September 29, 2023

As part of a coalition of nonprofit organizations advocating for safe and accessible air travel, United Spinal issued a joint statement in response to a settlement... Read more.

Jequ Okeke, a United Spinal member, smiles in a selfie

Wheelchair user shares employment success story with Walmart

by Shannon Kelly August 24, 2023

Hear a testimonial from a wheelchair user who secured a job through our Pathways to Employment program and learn about other job opportunities.... Read more.

Monica Wiley, a black woman, stands with crutches wearing her pageant sash and crown.

United Spinal board member recognized for her leadership, integrity and character

by Shannon Kelly August 11, 2023

Monica Wiley received the 2023 Miss Maryland USA SLICC Ambassador Presidential Service Award... Read more.

illustration of a man in a wheelchair looking at an airplane with a thought bubble that says "i am so nervous so much can go wrong"

Airlines continue to disregard the dignity of the disability community

by Shannon Kelly August 2, 2023

Everyday wheelchair users face an uphill battle to travel without injury or damage to their mobility devices. We will continue to elevate these stories until changes... Read more.

An image of a wheelchair barbie toy next to a separate image of Katie Pennick, a blonde white women in a pink wheelchair.

Barbie’s wheelchair vs my actual wheelchair: a critical comparison

by Shannon Kelly July 25, 2023

One wheelchair user did a side-by-side comparison of her chair to Barbie's in honor of the release of the new movie.... Read more.

a large group of wheelchair users gather in front of the capitol building in Washington D.C. at the Roll on Capitol Hill

Advocates reflect on their week on Capitol Hill for #ROCH23

by Shannon Kelly July 5, 2023

100 wheelchair users gathered at the Capitol to advocate for disability rights. Hear their stories.... Read more.

illustation of an airplane with an angry expression facing a person in a powerchair on the runway.

#JustPlaneWrong: Wheelchair Users Demand Improved Airline Accessibility

by Shannon Kelly May 9, 2023

If airline accessibility is important to you, now is the time to speak up.... Read more.

Celebrating our Capstone Students this OT Month

by Shannon Kelly April 28, 2023

The Capstone Program illuminates the needs and lived experiences of wheelchair users across the country first-hand for budding Occupational Therapists.... Read more.

An illustration depicting a diverse group of women with their arms crossed in honor of international women's day.

It’s International Women’s Day! Celebrate with These 5 Disabled Women.

by Shannon Kelly March 8, 2023

Celebrate International Women's Day with reflections from five incredible disabled women.... Read more.

a drawing of a woman in a wheelchair with the words "this is freedom, this is free"

‘My wheelchair is not a tragic accessory, it is my freedom’: Celebrating International Wheelchair Day

by Shannon Kelly March 2, 2023

These wheelchair users took to social media to express the impact their mobility devices have on their freedom and quality of life.... Read more.

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