Storytelling and Self-Advocacy with Nanette Opperman

September 23, 2026
Storytelling and Self-Advocacy with Nanette Opperman

How do storytelling and self-advocacy shape disability rights? In this conversation, Raquel Rosa sits down with author and advocate Nanette Opperman to discuss lived experience, representation, and the power of sharing your story. From navigating education and healthcare systems to writing children’s books that reflect disability experiences, Nanette shares lessons on inclusion, independence, and the importance of speaking up.

Speakers

  • Nanette Opperman, Author and Disability Advocate
  • Raquel Rosa, National Disability Rights Network

Learn more about Nanette’s Work:

Nanette’s Instagram 

Nanette’s Amazon Author Profile

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