The following list of values is a plain language adaptation of the ten principles of disability justice stewarded by the group Sins Invalid.
- Intersectionality: This means that people have different identities like race, class, age, and more, and these identities affect their lives. We should respect and understand these differences.
- Leadership of Those Most Affected: We listen to and follow the people who are most affected by issues like disability discrimination, racism, and sexism. They know best how to fight these problems.
- Anti-Capitalist Politics: Capitalism puts too much importance on making money and being productive. People with disabilities may not fit into this system, but that doesn’t mean they are worth any less.
- Cross-Movement Solidarity: Disability justice should work with other movements like racial justice and environmental justice to create a strong, united front for change.
- Recognizing Wholeness: Disabled people are just as complete and valuable as anyone else, with their own thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
- Sustainability: We should take our time and not rush when working for justice. Our bodies and experiences can guide us on this journey.
- Commitment to Cross-Disability Solidarity: We include everyone with disabilities in our movement, from physical disabilities to mental health conditions, to build a stronger community.
- Interdependence: We understand that we all rely on each other and the planet for our well-being. We work together without relying too much on the government.
- Collective Access: We find creative ways to help each other access what we need, respecting each person’s unique needs and abilities.
- Collective Liberation: We work together, no matter our differences, to create a world where every person is seen as beautiful and valuable. Disability justice is about the future we want to build for all generations.