The Radical Life of Ed Roberts
Ed Roberts, known as the father of the independent living movement, was paralyzed by polio in his early teens. Attending university in the 1960s was a revolutionary and complicated process for him.
Roberts faced many structural hurdles, but he began pushing to win disabled people the resources to live in their communities, rather than in restrictive institutions. His activism led to the development of independent living centers.
- Helping people find personal aides
- Assisting with affordable, accessible housing
Guarantee as much personal freedom and agency as possible to people who would once have been forced into dehumanizing circumstances.
A new book explores Ed Roberts' revolutionary career, highlighting his fight for disabled people's rights.
Author's summary: Ed Roberts' life and activism paved the way for the independent living movement.