About Us

Our History and Mission

Created by DisArt and Oaklee Thiele, The My Dearest Friends Project is an international, disability-led art collaboration archiving disabled stories.

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How to Participate

Since its inception, The My Dearest Friends Project has digitally archived several hundred disabled stories from across the globe. Send us your story today!

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Bring the Project to Your City

Claim, Reframe, Rebuild! From panelist events to accessible rallies, art exhibits to concerts, we will partner with your community to build a personalized and engaging introduction to disability culture.