Ben Bond
Rev. Ben Bond (He/They) is the Associate, Faith Inclusion and Belonging, at RespectAbility, a nonprofit organization fighting stigmas and advancing opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate in all aspects of community. [continue reading…]
Jake Stimell
Jake Stimell is the Senior Associate, Training and Learning, at RespectAbility, a nonprofit organization fighting stigmas and advancing opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate in all aspects of community.
In his work, Stimell recruits, trains, and places leaders with disabilities as trainers and consultants within the Disability Training and Consulting Bureau. He evaluates the needs of organizations, including nonprofits, corporations, and educational institutions, and designs training materials for them. [continue reading…]
Donjeta Sahiti
Donjeta Sahiti is the Senior Associate, Executive Relations, at RespectAbility, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to fight stigmas and advance opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate in all aspects of community.
Sahiti earned her Master’s in Public Administration from Seton Hall University. She previously interned at Senator Cory Booker’s Office and for the nonprofit organization JESPY House. Her experiences have inspired her to enter the nonprofit field because it is where she feels she can make the greatest change in society moving forward. [continue reading…]
Ariel Simms
Ariel Simms (they/them or she/hers) is the President and Chief Executive Officer of RespectAbility, a nonprofit organization fighting stigmas and advancing opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate in all aspects of community. A queer and multiply disabled social justice advocate, leader, and educator, Ariel has worked to promote equity, justice, and meaningful inclusion of marginalized communities throughout their career. A life-long member of the disability community, Ariel grew into their first disabilities in childhood, while also supporting disabled family members. Ariel understands firsthand the challenges faced by those whose disabilities are not always readily apparent. [continue reading…]
