The Divas With Disabilities Project

The Divas With Disabilities Project

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A Diva is defined as "empowered Black and Brown women and girls with physical disabilities".

05/12/2026
05/11/2026

ID: Red and white announcement graphic featuring the DWD™ Divas With Disabilities logo in the top left corner. Bold text reads “Save the Date – Diva Zoom Call. The subtitle says Unmasking Neurodivergence and Navigating Your Mental Health. The event date and time appear below: May 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST.”

A note at the bottom says More details to follow.

05/08/2026

Diva Spotlight: Mental Health Advocate

This week, we honor Danielle Oreoluwa Jinadu, a powerful voice reminding us that mental health is inseparable from disability justice. Her leadership amplifies a truth we hold close: Black Disabled Women deserve care, visibility, and community.



ID: Danielle Oreoluwa Jinadu, a Black woman with natural textured hair, wears a black leather jacket and large silver floral earrings while standing against a neutral concrete wall. She looks directly at the camera with a calm, confident expression.

05/07/2026

¡ALERT LA DIVAS !

THE CURVY POP UP is a curated shopping event in the Los Angeles Arts District dedicated to providing plus-size and mid-size communities access to luxury, contemporary, and archival fashion.

Key Highlights
Archival Luxury: Shop red-carpet and bespoke pieces (sizes 14-18) from celebrity stylist Timothy Snell, featuring labels like Gucci, Dior, and Alexander McQueen previously worn by icons like Queen Latifah.

Independent Designers: Features women-led brands including BAACAL (by Cynthia Vincent), Melissa Mercedes, Zelie for She, and ByVinnik.

Influencer Closets: Exclusive sales from top plus-size models Erica Lauren and Jennifer Atilemile.

Event Logistics
Date & Time: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location: 810 E 3rd St, Suite 404, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Tickets: $8 (Available at tinyurl.com/curvypopup)

The Mission
The event serves as a response to the disappearing representation of curvier bodies in mainstream fashion. It aims to support smaller, women-led brands while creating a community space for discovery and high-end style.

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Washington D.C., DC

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm