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Story of Cocaine Mint: Visibility for Disability Health and Wellness

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Dope-Darling: A Story of Cocaine (Mint Editions—Visibility for Disability, Health and Wellness)

by Ben Kane

4.6 out of 5

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Cocaine Mint is an artist, author, speaker, and disability rights advocate. She is the founder of the Visibility Project, a nonprofit organization that works to increase visibility of people with disabilities in the media.

Mint was born with cerebral palsy, a condition that affects muscle tone and coordination. She has used a wheelchair since she was a child. Mint has faced discrimination and ableism throughout her life. She has been denied access to education, employment, and healthcare. She has also been subjected to verbal and physical abuse.

Despite the challenges she has faced, Mint has never given up on her dreams. She has used her art and activism to raise awareness about disability and to fight for the rights of people with disabilities.

The Visibility Project

The Visibility Project was founded in 2015 by Mint and her friend, Stacey Park Milbern. The organization's mission is to "increase the visibility of people with disabilities in the media, in order to challenge stereotypes and promote inclusion."

The Visibility Project works to achieve its mission through a variety of programs and initiatives. The organization produces films, videos, and other media content that features people with disabilities. The Visibility Project also provides training and resources to journalists and other media professionals on how to cover disability issues accurately and respectfully.

In addition to her work with the Visibility Project, Mint is also a successful artist and author. She has published two books, "Cocaine Mint: A Memoir" and "The Disabled Body: Rethinking Disability in Art and Popular Culture." Mint's work has been featured in numerous exhibitions and publications.

Cocaine Mint's Impact

Cocaine Mint is a powerful voice for disability rights. Her work has helped to raise awareness about disability and to challenge stereotypes. Mint has also inspired other people with disabilities to share their stories and to fight for their rights.

Mint's work is particularly important in the context of health and wellness. People with disabilities are often marginalized and excluded from healthcare and wellness programs. Mint's work helps to make these programs more inclusive and accessible.

Mint is also a role model for people with disabilities. She shows that people with disabilities can achieve great things. Mint's work is an inspiration to all who believe in the power of inclusion and diversity.

Cocaine Mint is a visionary artist and activist. Her work is helping to change the way that people with disabilities are seen and treated. Mint is a powerful voice for disability rights and an inspiration to all those who believe in the power of inclusion.

Dope-Darling: A Story of Cocaine (Mint Editions—Visibility for Disability, Health and Wellness)

by Ben Kane

4.6 out of 5