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HEARD (behearddc.bsky.social) @behearddc

cross-disability abolitionist org; collaborative-transformative solutions for #DisabilityJustice #DisabilitySolidarity #DeafInPrison #DecriminalizeDisability

Joined January 2011
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In 2025, this account will no longer be active. HEARD will primarily be active on Bluesky and other platforms. Stay connected and join us as we continue this journey together! Follow us on Bluesky: behearddc.bsky.social
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Today is the last day to donate to HEARD's Commissary Fund for the holiday season. We have made great progress so far! Please continue to support our community: bit.ly/heard-holiday24
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Prisons and private companies increase the prices of things in commissary like stamps and care packages… Just to make a profit off of people inside prison walls seeking connection, especially during the holidays. Help us buy stamps care packages: bit.ly/heard-holiday24
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It’s flu season COVID has not gone away! Incarcerated people have to buy tissues, medicine, and more from exploitative prison stores. Help alleviate the burden and keep each other safe - donate today: bit.ly/heard-holiday24 #DeafInPrison #DisabilitySolidarity
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Prisons isolate people from their communities but it’s even worse for #DeafInPrison. Deaf/disabled people lose access to sign language inside prison walls. Help us send ASL dictionaries commissary items to our incarcerated community: bit.ly/heard-holiday24
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You think free-world prices are high? In prison, travel-sized toothpaste can cost 5x more. Commissary prices are jacked up and limit our people’s access to the things they need. #DeafInPrison #AbolishPrisons #DisabilitySolidarity Donate today: bit.ly/heard-holiday24
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Every year, deaf/disabled incarcerated people express gratitude for the community's support. They tell us the commissary funds are a lifeline for them and extremely helpful to them and their families. Show solidarity for #DeafInPrison by donating today: bit.ly/heard-holiday24
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HEARD (behearddc.bsky.social) retweeted
Prison Policy Initiative@PrisonPolicy
3 Dec 2024
The system fails people with disabilities time & time again. After disproportionate contact with law enforcement, unaccommodating courts, and unequipped jails, thousands with disabilities are locked up in state prisons on any given day. #DisabilityDay
Graph titled: Disabilities are much more common among people in state prisons than they are among non-incarcerated adults in the US

ALT Graph titled: Disabilities are much more common among people in state prisons than they are among non-incarcerated adults in the US

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Did you know that deaf/disabled incarcerated people often experience language attrition, or the loss of the ability to express themselves as fully before being incarcerated? Prisons are isolating and sustained sign language communication is rare. 1/2
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Many deaf/disabled people inside prison walls ask HEARD to send ASL materials to help them stay connected. Just one ASL dictionary costs $30, plus shipping fees. Your donation to HEARD’s Commissary Fund helps cover these vital resources. bit.ly/heard-holiday24
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Today is #GivingTuesday! Each December, HEARD supports deaf/disabled incarcerated community members with commissary funds. Donate directly to the fundraiser today to help us reach our goal of $5K bit.ly/heard-holiday24
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The holidays can be isolating for deaf/disabled people in prison. HEARD’s Commissary Fund supports them to get the essentials they need like food, hygiene items, stamps and more. Bring connection and care this season: bit.ly/heard-holiday24
Black background with white text and snowflakes. The text reads: "People in prison are charged extra for essentials. HEARD'S Commissary Fund alleviates this burden on deaf/disabled incarcerated folks & their loved ones. Donate today at bit.ly/heard-holiday24" . The HEARD logo is on the bottom-right corner

ALT Black background with white text and snowflakes. The text reads: "People in prison are charged extra for essentials. HEARD'S Commissary Fund alleviates this burden on deaf/disabled incarcerated folks & their loved ones. Donate today at bit.ly/heard-holiday24" . The HEARD logo is on the bottom-right corner
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It’s not too late to join HEARD’s Interpreter Giving Circle Gathering this Thursday, November 21st from 6-8pm ET. Register at bit.ly/heard-giving-circle24 If you can't make it, members will still receive access to the recording. We hope to see you there!
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HEARD’s Interpreter Giving Circle is a growing collective of sign language interpreters committed to liberation. We will host a workshop on Thursday, November 21st 6-8pm ET. Register here: bit.ly/heard-giving-circle24 Deaf interpreters are welcome to join us without a donation!
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VD: Mallory, white femme-ish non-binary person with brown hair green glasses, a septum ring, wearing a turquoise blouse sitting in front of a blue desk with a white brown sideboard and fake plants. Purple background with "Join Today: bit.ly/interpretergivingcirc…" with HEARD logo.
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HEARD (behearddc.bsky.social) retweeted
Massachusetts Bail Fund@MassBailFund
15 Oct 2024
Volunteer with your local bail fund and help get people home from jail! We are seeking new volunteers to join our dedicated volunteer team! If you have weekday evening availability & reliable transportation, sign up here: bit.ly/MBFVolunteerSignUp or email jasmin@massbailfund.org.
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In our upcoming newsletter releasing Friday, Sept 27th, you’ll learn about our recent advocacy efforts, get updates on our Reentry Support Program fundraiser, and ways you can get involved. We hope to see you on our mailing list - sign up today at behearddc.org !
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ALT A purple background with thin pink organic shapes in the top-right and bottom-left corner. In the middle, the text reads, "HEARD Newsletter: Fall 2024” with a black background effect
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HEARD (behearddc.bsky.social) retweeted
FightToxicPrisons@FightXPrisons
24 Sep 2024
Phone zap tips and scripts
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HEARD (behearddc.bsky.social) retweeted
FightToxicPrisons@FightXPrisons
24 Sep 2024
Facilities and numbers to call: WAKULLA COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY (850) 926-0800 WAKULLA CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (850) 410-1895 WAKULLA CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION ANNEX (850) 617-9224 Please call ASAP and demand they evacuate!
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HEARD (behearddc.bsky.social) retweeted
FightToxicPrisons@FightXPrisons
24 Sep 2024
In an egregious move, Wakulla County decided to evacuate ahead of Hurricane Helene––with no plans in place to evacuate the incarcerated people that we estimate as 10% of the county's population. Please call today and hold them accountable! #EvacuateFLPrisons
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