Notable Contributions of People with Disabilities in The Bahamas

Politics & Advocacy

• Leslie Miller – MP and Cabinet Minister, disability rights advocate.

Sports

• Kevin Taylor – Paralympic medalist in athletics.
• Shaunae Miller-Uibo – World/Olympic champion in track, overcame hip injury.

Academia & Research

• Dr. Patricia Glinton-Meicholas – Professor at University of The Bahamas, health policy and mental health advocate.

Literature & Arts

• Keith Saunders – Poet, writer, disability rights activist.
• Sonia Williams – Poet and artist exploring disability experiences.

Education

• Darnetta Major – Educator and inclusive education advocate, founded specialized schools.

Social Development

• Disabled People's Association (DPA) – Founded 1985, advocacy, awareness, services.