Skip to main content

Jen White-Johnson

Layers

part of a series on Layers

44:15

clock
(Shift + Enter to play/pause. Shift + Tab to replay.)

Jen White-Johnson speaks on mothering, neurodivergence, and creating zines for self-advocacy

About the speaker

Jen White-Johnson defines mothering as an act of resistance as the process of redesigning ableist visual culture with the intent to empower and foster change. Her work encourages communities to engage in conversations about acceptance, particularly focused on how Black neurodivergent children are valued and perceived.

Her creative work delves into the erasure of the Black-disabled community in digital and literary media. Through the use of photography and design, Jen’s visuals serve as acts of resistance, amplifying conversations within the Disability community. Her efforts contribute to the ongoing need for the development of anti-racist, anti-ableist media.

Photo by Schaun Champion

Favorite quotes from this talk

No quotes yet. Sign in to tag a quote!

Photos from this talk See all

navigateleft navigateright

    *Crickets* Sign in to add a comment.