Sunday Edition Presents: One Voice of 504C: Justin’s Journey
Episode Notes
Join host Anthony Corona as he welcomes Justin, a pre-law student at Florida State University, living with a severe case of cerebral palsy and vision loss. This incredibly dynamic and intelligent young man is not just living the voice of 504C and the ADA—he is embodying it. Justin is a born advocator with a strong voice—sometimes hard to decipher, but impossible to ignore. He’s been advocating for himself since before kindergarten, and yes—he is mad. The very accommodations Justin depends on to not only survive but thrive in academia are being threatened. Services are being rolled back, lapsed, and lost—and Justin has something to say about it.
Anthony and Justin are also joined by Gabriel Lopez Kafati, a professional in the access and accommodations field of academia and Justin’s former academic advisor. Gabriel brings an expert lens to help us understand not only the accommodations process but also the immense importance of 504C and the ADA—not just to Justin, but to every single one of us. His insights help frame Justin’s journey within the broader fight for equality and access in education and beyond.
With vulnerability and strength, Justin speaks openly about his disabilities, his journey, and his life—offering powerful insight into what it means to live in America today as a disabled person. Through his story, his humor, and his call to action, you’ll be inspired to listen, learn, and stand up.
To maximize Justin’s participation, this episode was pre-recorded with breaks to support his ability to speak at length. At times, it may be difficult to decipher Justin’s words, so we’re offering a full transcript to follow along here:
We promise—it’s well worth the effort. Justin’s story will leave you inspired and ready to take action. Please share it far and wide. Behind every accommodation are powerful, determined human beings like Justin—fighting to live the American dream promised by our Constitution, the Amendments, the ADA, and 504C.
And if this conversation moves you—if it stirs something inside you—don’t keep it to yourself. Share this episode far and wide. Send it to friends, family, allies, and post it across your socials. Let it be heard in classrooms, boardrooms, advocacy spaces, and anywhere impactful stories can resonate. Justin’s story is our story. His courage, his truth, and his call for justice deserve the world’s attention—because the world should hear what Justin has to say.
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