
StaceyFest will be the first disability culture festival in recent memory and an opportunity to celebrate the memory and ongoing legacy of renowned disability justice advocate Stacey Park Milbern.
This transformative community gathering will include:
💗a mainstage program featuring disabled artists of color,
💗a disability resilience fair that will highlight resources and opportunities for engaging and thriving,
💗a community altar to honor our disabled ancestors who have passed, and stories of the rich history of disability rights and disability justice movements that have their roots right here in the East Bay.
In honor of her spirit and activism, the StaceyFest: Disability Love and Legacy Celebration will prioritize disabled culture and community solidarity.
Dancers, singers and musicians with various disabilities will perform on stage. Writers and poets will lead readings and discussions.
Disability organizations will share their resources with participants and offer opportunities to get involved.
The festival will be held on July 20th 2024 inOakland/unceded Ohlone land, during Disability Pride Month.
