Crip Abundance Network is a network in the truest sense of the word, powered by a dynamic staff, advisory board, and enthusiastic supporters who lend their skills and thought partnership. CAN is proud to have an entirely disabled staff, and a diversity of lived and professional experiences across every level of the organization. Learn more below!
I'm Sonya, Founder of Crip Abundance Network and one of the estimated 70 million+ people in the U.S with a disability.
Crip Abundance Network is guided by an active board of dedicated leaders whose experience and insight help shape CAN’s mission. The members featured here represent just a portion of our full board.
AJ is most excited about supporting the Crip Abundance Network as it grows into a reliable support community for disabled people across the social, cultural, and political matrix of disability.
Sara is Founding Partner of Lunoor Consulting, guiding nonprofits through strategy and leadership development. A former Southern Center for Human Rights Executive Director, she advances justice, equity, and educational opportunity through philanthropy and board leadership.
Allegra Heath-Stout (she/her) is a fundraiser, community organizer, and social justice educator passionate about disability justice. As a disabled person and sibling of disabled people, she brings a personal commitment to CAN’s mission and programs.
Crip Abundance Network is incredibly fortunate to have a dedicated community of supporters who contribute their time, skills, and resources in a variety of meaningful ways.
Naima is a software engineer and web developer passionate about using technology to support community-centered work. For Crip Abundance Network, she is designing and developing CAN’s website with a focus on accessibility, clarity, and creating a digital home that reflects CAN’s vision of community, care, and abundance.
Jordanna brings nonprofit HR and recruitment experience, championing inclusive workplaces, positive company culture, and collaborative teams.
Building community-based social support systems for disabled people and our families.