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Oral history interviews are firsthand testimonies of people’s experiences of history. These interviews invite narrators (interviewees) to talk about their own histories, giving unparalleled insights into life decisions, actions, and experiences that may not already be part of the public record.

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    Denise Avant

    Retired attorney and National Federation of the Blind leader

    Chicago, IL

    Eve Ewing
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    Denise Avant

    Avant reflects on her life journey, growing up with a visual impairment, and navigating independence. She discusses her passion for public service through law, advocacy, and her leadership in the National Federation of the Blind.

    Eve Ewing collection

    Chicago, IL

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    Ayo Maat

    Disability justice advocate and faith practitioner

    Chicago, IL

    Eve Ewing
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    Ayo Maat

    Maat reflects on her life, emphasizing her African and Native American heritage, experiences with disability, activism within disability justice movements, cultural influences, spirituality, and her role as a healer.

    Eve Ewing collection

    Chicago, IL

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    Marsha Roy

    Social justice advocate, nonprofit leader, and champion for educational equity

    Garland, TX

    April Reign
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    Marsha Roy

    Roy shares her life as a Texas-born nurse, caring for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses, dealing with personal loss, and navigating experiences with racism. She also discusses her journey from Tyler to Garland.

    April Reign collection

    Garland, TX

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    ‘Consent is sexy is what I learned.’
    Tina Valentín Agurrie
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