July is Disability Pride Month. This annual observance promotes visibility and mainstream awareness of people with disabilities and their history as a community.
Although disability pride may mean different things to different people, Disability Pride Month focuses positive attention on the community, raises awareness of the disability experience, and amplifies the need for inclusion.
2026 Theme: “The World Works Better With Us.”
The Arc’s National Council of Self-Advocates selected the 2026 Disability Pride Month theme: The World Works Better With Us. The message is about inclusion, and how communities work better for everyone when people with disabilities are included, respected, and supported.
Celebrating Disability Pride Month
Everyone can celebrate Disability Pride Month and advocate for inclusion in their communities year-round. The Arc provides suggestions for what you can do to support.
Disability Pride Month Flag
The disability pride flag was created by Ann Magill, a disabled woman from Virginia, with input from across the community to ensure inclusive representation.
The black background honors those lost to ableism—including due to illness, negligence, suicide, and eugenics. The horizontal stripes represent the broad spectrum of disabilities and impairments.
What Does Disability Pride Mean to You?
Disability is a part of human diversity. Here are suggestions on recognizing Disability Pride Month from The Arc.
