Featured Ambassador

Tyree Brown

Artist. Advocate. Researcher. Champion for Disability Inclusion.
Tyree Brown is a visual artist, disability advocate and lived-experience researcher whose story reflects the power of adaptation, perseverance and community.

After a 2015 car accident resulted in a spinal cord injury and quadriplegia, Tyree had to relearn how to create art when she could no longer use her dominant right hand. Through rehabilitation, practice and persistence, she trained herself to draw with her left hand and returned to the art she had loved throughout her life. She went on to earn an Associate of Fine Arts from the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design at George Washington University.

But Tyree’s impact extends far beyond her artwork.

Her personal experience with disability and community-based services led her into disability advocacy. She has participated in policy meetings and hearings, spoken about programs that help people with disabilities live independently in their communities, and in 2021 participated in the White House celebration of the 31st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Today, Tyree serves as a Video Editor and Lived Experience Researcher with the Lurie Institute for Disability Policy at Brandeis University, where lived experience helps inform disability research and policy. She also continues her work as an artist and advocate.

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Why Tyree Represents Disability Partnerships

Tyree embodies what Disability Partnerships believes: people with disabilities should have the opportunity, resources and support to participate fully in their communities and pursue the lives they choose.

Through art, advocacy and research, she uses her experience not simply to tell her own story, but to help create greater understanding and opportunity for others.

We are proud to recognize Tyree Brown as a Disability Partnerships Featured Ambassador.

Disability Partnerships Ambassadors are individuals with disabilities who are passionate and dedicated to promoting the mission and values of Disability Partnerships. They bring personal perspectives and lived experiences to their advocacy, playing a crucial role in raising awareness, championing accessibility and inclusion, and supporting our programs and initiatives. As the face and voice of our organization, these ambassadors help extend our reach and impact within the community by sharing their unique insights and stories.

Responsibilities:

Advocacy and Awareness: Actively promote Disability Partnerships' mission, programs, and events through various channels, including social media, public speaking engagements, and community outreach.
Fundraising: Support fundraising efforts by participating in campaigns, encouraging donations, and helping to secure sponsorships and grants.
Community Engagement: Engage with local communities, organizations, and individuals to build relationships, foster partnerships, and promote inclusivity.
Event Participation: Attend and participate in Disability Partnerships' events, including workshops, classes, and community gatherings, to represent and support the organization.
Content Creation: Contribute to creating engaging content, such as blog posts, videos, and social media updates, to share stories of impact and highlight the importance of accessibility and inclusion.
Feedback and Insights: Provide valuable feedback and insights from the community to help shape and improve Disability Partnerships' programs and initiatives.