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Show Your Support for Longmore This Giving Tuesday

Nathan Burns — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 21:56:21 +0000

We're gearing up for Giving Tuesday on December 1st, and are optimistic that we'll have another successful year! Our goal is to raise $5,000 to fund the many educational and outreach programs we put on at the Longmore Institute throughout the year.

Whether or not you will personally give on Giving Tuesday, we'd love if you would send us a photo this year articulating why your support the Longmore Institute! There are two ways you can show your support.

Phyisical Template

We have two different phyisical templates this year. To use our templates, click here & print one of them.

See this example from one of Longmore's student fellows, Nathan Burns:

Four Easy Steps to Make your own #Unselfie

1) Print out one of these pages: https://longmoreinstitute.sfsu.edu/sites/default/files/documents/PhysicalTemplates.pdf.

2) Write (in large, clear lettering) why you support the Longmore Institute

This could be any number of reasons: why disability awareness is important, how Longmore’s approach has influenced you, what Superfest brings to the table, etc.
Examples from past supporters: “I believe in the power of disability culture” and “Because disability culture rocks.” Please feel free to be as creative as you like!

3) Take your picture holding up the piece of paper in front of you.

4) Upload the photo to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and other social media channels and remember to include the hashtags #GivingTuesday and #UnSelfie and #Longmore

If you don’t use social media, but still want to share your #UnSelfie, email it to us at the Longmore Institute: pklinst@sfsu.edu and we can share it for you!

If taking an unselfie isn’t your thing but you still want to help, send us a picture of yourself and your statement about why you support the Longmore Institute and we’ll turn it into an unselfie for you!

Please share and send all #UnSelfies or photos/testimonials before November 30th (the day before Giving Tuesday!)

Virtual Template

If you want to show your support on your social media profiles, we also have transparent PNGs you can add over your profile picture for the day. There are four versions to choose from, so pick which one you like best!

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For instructions on how to add this to your images, check out this tutorial.

Here's an example using a picture of Longmore Associate Director Emily Beitiks:

Thank you!

Also, a big thank you to the everyone who has shown their support for Longmore during past Giving Tuesdays. Here's a few #UnSelfies from years previous:

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Give Back this Giving Tuesday with an #UnSelfie

Ginger Testerman — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 19:35:08 +0000

We're gearing up for Giving Tuesday and are optimistic that we'll have another successful year with a goal of raising $5,000 to fund the many educational and outreach programs we put on at the Longmore Institute throughout the year.

Whether or not you will personally give on Giving Tuesday, we'd love if you would send us a photo this year articulating why your support the Longmore Institute!

To use our template, click here & print. Please see this example sample from Longmore's very own Catherine Kudlick:

Four Easy Steps to Make your own #Unselfie

1) Print out this page: https://longmoreinstitute.sfsu.edu/sites/default/files/documents/GivingTuesdayPrintOut.pdf

2) Write (in large, clear lettering) why you support the Longmore Institute

-This could be any number of reasons: why disability awareness is important, how Longmore’s approach has influenced you, what Superfest brings to the table, etc.

-Examples from past supporters: “I believe in the power of disability culture” and “Because disability culture rocks.” Please feel free to be as creative as you like!

3) Take your picture holding up the piece of paper in front of you.

4) Upload the photo to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and other social media channels and remember to include the hashtags #GivingTuesday and #UnSelfie and #Longmore

-If you don’t use social media, but still want to share your #UnSelfie, email it to us at the Longmore Institute: pklinst@sfsu.edu and we can share it for you!

Please share and send all #UnSelfies or photos/testimonials before December 2nd (the day before Giving Tuesday!)

Make your own #UnSelfie today! Link to print

Also, a big Thank You to the everyone who has shown their support for Longmore during Giving Tuesday's of the past!

Here are few of the #UnSelfies from years past:

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Introducing The Longmore Institute Student Fellows for Spring 2018!

Visitor — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 22:27:02 +0000

Spring semester has arrived, and the Longmore Institute has expanded our team! Our Longmore Student Fellows program offers students with disabilities paid professional development opportunities, as well as a place on campus where they can learn more about disability communities, culture, and history. Please meet Anna Goose, Asa Arnold, Martha Jimenez, Lauren Wheeler-Dubin, Simon Hagene, and Robyn Kurland!

Anna Goose (Access Assistant):

I have a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Cincinnati, and I am a first-year MS student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program here at SF State. This program (formerly known as Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health) has already broadened my understanding of both my personal disability and disability in general, and has helped fan the flames of advocacy and activism that were first lit in my undergraduate studies. I discovered the Longmore Institute somewhat by accident, having received a forwarded email about Superfest, and was immediately curious about the organization behind the invite. What I found was this incredible hub of inclusion and accessibility, with a mission and values that are so aligned with my own that I knew I had to get involved. I'm thrilled to be part of the team now, and I'm looking forward to contributing to the fight against disability stigma and stereotypes.

Asa Arnold (Superfest juror):

Asa Arnold is a queer disabled student at SF State University, currently pursuing a double major in English and History. Disability has been a part of their life in one way or another for as long as they can remember, although they only realized this and began to identify with it recently. They are particularly interested in the intersections and complications of identity, social change, and the way we understand and tell stories about ourselves. When not writing essays or doing assigned readings for classes, you can find Asa knitting or crocheting, playing video games, or doing even more reading.

Martha Jimenez (Superfest juror):

My name is Martha Jimenez and I’m a third year transfer to San Francisco State University. I’m from Walnut Creek, a small town in the East Bay. I’m a first generation college student and very excited to see what’s in store for me here at State. I’m a psychology major and hoping to work with young kids in the near future. I’m very excited for the opportunity to work with the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability. I was diagnosed with both a learning disability and Scoliosis at a young age. I felt like I easily stood out with having an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and needing a back brace. Looking back, I realize how much these experiences have made a strong impact on who I am today. I gained a different experience than many my age but by no means was it a lesser one. Throughout my experiences, I’ve realized it’s hard for some people to understand and except those with disabilities. This is why I’m so excited to become a working member of the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability, where they strive to inform the community and change social views on disabilities.

Lauren Wheeler-Dubin (Superfest juror):

My name is Lauren Wheeler-Dubin and I received my bachelors from UCLA in the Theatre, Film and Television Department. I am currently a graduate student in the Mild/Moderate Special Education Department at SFSU. While pursuing my masters and teaching credential, I am in the process of collaborating with some very talented individuals to film a documentary about disability access. It is a wonderful honor to be part of Superfest.

Simon Hagene (Superfest juror):

Simon Hagene was born in Connecticut, USA, although he grew up in Norway due to his parents being from Scandinavia. As the years elapsed, he developed a great passion for acting, writing and the making of short films, and is currently pursuing his Master of Fine Arts at San Francisco State University. "Film is a wonderful piece of art wherein all of what I love come together. It is an incredible platform to introduce stories worthy of a cinematic reflection, especially on the topics that make my heart beat just a bit louder."

Robyn Kurland (Superfest Jury/ Showcase Coordinator):

Hi there! I am an M.S. in Counseling candidate at SFSU. As a civil rights advocate, both personally and professionally, I have seen ableism and mentalism deeply-rooted in our oppressive societal constructs. My personal struggle with a disability also provides a unique understanding and a passion to educate and collaborate for systemic and cultural change. I also happen to be an avid film fan. Movies are a fantastic educational tool that utilizes the cinematic experience to show commonalities in human experience. At the same time, they can tokenize, underrepresent, or misrepresent. Stories need to be told, but who tells them and how they are told matters. I look forward to working with the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability and being a part of this amazing experience!

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Anna Goose

Asa Arnold

Lauren Wheeler-Dubin

Longmore Student Fellows

Martha Jimenez

Robyn Kurland

Simon Hagene

Superfest: International Disability Film Festival