About Us

Our mission:

SDJ aims to see all disabled journalists, including those who identify as neurodivergent or have chronic conditions, find support in the media industry through connection and collaboration. SDJ seeks to serve as a resource and guide for our industry in how to cover disability issues respectfully, deliver news and information in accessible formats, and how to support the needs of disabled colleagues. 

Our board of directors:
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Executive Director
Amanda Morris
Assistant Managing Editor for Engagement & Experimentation
The Kansas City Star

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Communications Director
Hannah Wise
Assistant Managing Editor for Engagement & Experimentation
The Kansas City Star

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Programs Director
Emyle Watkins
Lead Disability Desk Reporter
WBFO

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Budgets Director
Eric Garcia
Senior Washington Correspondent
The Independent

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Membership Co-Director
Kate Guarino
Associate Audience Editor
The Atlantic

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Membership Co-Director
Shruti Rajkumar
Reporter
The Huffington Post

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Standards Director
Sara Luterman
Caregiving Reporter
The 19th

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