Dash Mihok Quotes

I believe it is my responsibility to do what I can for children and people with Down syndrome as well as in my native Dominican Republic.

With Tourette's, there's this element of vulnerability and compassion and empathy that you innately possess because of the affliction.

It's very important that we do show appreciation for those who go to work in raising awareness. You know, Tourette Syndrome is not well known. There's not a lot of government money and research in it. But people are dying inside every day because they're suffering with it, and I think word needs to get out.

I'm inspired by the mission of Free2Luv; they are giving a voice to people who need it, and they are so passionate about what they stand for.

Once you understand that someone has Tourette and that they can't help their tics, it takes away the distraction. And you can engage your compassion. You feel for them. You embrace them.

I have a long-standing relationship with Autism Speaks. I've been supporting them for many, many years now.

Lots of people with little kids or babies with Down syndrome tell me they aren't afraid of the future for their child because of what I am doing to help people understand it better.

Give instruction unto those who cannot procure it for themselves.

It appears to me as a great joke, but one which will educate the public and thus reduce the number of bigots.

I'm grateful to the LGBTQ community for giving me the courage to write music about who I am and not just about my sexual orientation.

It's important that we continue to uplift and strengthen our LGBTQ youth who are the future of our community and remind them that their voices are heard.

We want to let people know that we can build solidarity with suffering folks so that they are not excluded, they are integrated.

Families, community leaders, and others must create the public will to address the challenges facing black girls and other girls of color as well by listening to them, valuing their experiences, and becoming actively involved in creating policies and innovative programs that promote their well-being.

I will stand up for all of those who feel they can't stand up for themselves.

I founded the Me Too Movement because there was a void in the community that I was in. There were gaps in services. There was dearth in resources, and I saw young people - I saw black and brown girls - who are hurting and who needed something that just wasn't there.

It's important to reach out to people who are marginalized.

For transgender kids who are struggling, I want them to know they're not alone. They shouldn't be afraid to step out of their shadows.

From my youngest brother to immigrant women to black queer folks, those are the people who keep me going. When I think about their various acts of courage, it reminds me that I am not alone and that we can do even more, and we deserve more, so we have to keep going.

I'm really excited to educate the world about what deaf people can do.

You have to stick up for what you believe in. And that, to me, is the biggest thing you can do about driving inclusion.

What I think is that we should be helping people so they can reach an even greater potential.

I want to be a champion for the people I have fought for all my life - regular people.

I don't want anyone to feel they can't achieve their ambitions if they are dyslexic.

I think the thing I'd like to do is just educate the people to some of the travesties they can end.

I treasure my meetings with individuals affected by autism - parents, children, teachers and friends. Their strength is inspiring. They deserve all possible opportunities for education, employment and integration.