Resources
Although this story is fictional, it is responsive of current laws and pending legislation in MA and inspired by human rights activists!
MA Legislation
Legislation is being considered by the MA legislature, that if passed, would make progress on human rights:
An Act regarding the use of aversive therapy.
H.245An Act relative to authorizing supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities
S.155 / H.261An Act modernizing the 6 fundamental rights
S.1389An Act establishing the deaf children's bill of rights
H.200
MA Law
Current Laws in MA:
Advocacy
The following groups advocate for human rights:
Sources / Inspiration
Loud Hands Autistic People Speaking
A collection of essays written by and for Autistic people.Opening Skinners Box
Book by Lauren Slater and adapted by the theatre company Improbable into a play.Crip Camp
A Documentary of “A Disability Revolution.”The Fish Don’t Care When it Rains
Documentary Short. A longer documentary is in development!