The Ride Ahead: Disability Documentary and Discussion
Love, Tattoos and Other Disabled Things - Join Us!
Location
Meyerhoff Chemistry : 030
Date & Time
March 25, 2025, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Description
THE RIDE AHEAD, a documentary that follows Samuel Habib, a typical 21-year-old, itching to move out, start a career, and find love. But no one tells you how to be an adult, let alone an adult with a disability.
Samuel is determined to avoid the statistical realities: unemployment, isolation, institutionalization. He seeks out wisdom through conversations with disabled mentors: comedian Maysoon Zayid, Americans with Disabilities Act legends Judy Heumann and Bob Williams; Tony-winning wheelchair-using pioneer Ali Stroker; hip-hop artist Keith Jones; autistic, queer activist Lydia X.Z. Brown; and marathon runner and disability activist Andrew Peterson.
A brief discussion with the audience will follow the film screening.
UMBC is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment for all. The film has open captioning, ASL and audio description are available upon request. A range of accessible seating options are available. For additional inquiries about access or accommodation, please email slazar@umbc.edu with "The Ride Ahead" in the subject line.
