Diana Pastora Carson has been an elementary educator for over 30 years, a college educator, consultant and coach on diversity as it relates to disability, and is the author of several articles and books including Beyond Awareness: Bringing Disability into Diversity Work in K-12 Schools & Communities, and the children’s book, Ed Roberts: Champion of Disability Rights.  She served two terms on the Board of Directors of Disability Rights California and currently serves as a board member of Disability Voices United. Diana credits her passion for this work to her brother, Joaquin, who endured years of segregated schooling and subsequent institutionalization. And she takes the most pride in knowing that after many years of fighting for his release, Joaquin now lives a life of self-determination, inclusion and quality, in the community, as her next-door neighbor.  You can check out her website at:

https://www.dianapastoracarson.com.