Chicago Premiere of “Piss on Pity: We Will Ride” + panel discussion

PREMIERE SCREENING

PISS ON PITY: WE WILL RIDE, a one-hour documentary, explores the origins and early history of ADAPT. Beginning in Denver in 1983, ADAPT has become a national force utilizing civil disobedience to fight for the liberation of people with disabilities from insti­tutions, for equal access to society, and for equal rights under law. With over 40 interviews and nev­er-before-seen footage, “Piss on Pity: We Will Ride” gives voice to activists, old and new, who are on the front-lines of the disability rights movement. This screening will be attended by its Chicago producers and director.

This film is captioned in English.

PANEL DISCUSSION:

“GRASSROOTS ACTIVISM, THEN & NOW”

How has activism and civil disobedience changed over the last 35 years? What is ADAPT’s role in today’s rights movements? Panelists: Mike Ervin – ADAPT activist since 1984, columnist & playwright. TJ Gordon – self-advocate, writer, graduate student at DHD at UIC. Noah Ohashi – ADAPT activist, Jap­anese television commentator. Rahnee Patrick – ADAPT activist, Director of Independent Living at Access Living, Moderator, Robin Jones – Director of Great Lakes ADA, DHD at UIC.

This discussion will be accessible using CART tran­scription.

DHD Auditorium, 1640 W. Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL

Enjoy food, beverages & activist goods at the event. All contributions go directly to Chicago ADAPT.

For reservations & more info, go to: https://chiadapt.eventbrite.com

Sponsors: Chicago ADAPT, Free Our People; Roustabout Media; UIC Department of Disability and Human Development; Bodies of Work