by Alejandra Ospina
On March 30, 2012, disability activists in cities around the country held vigils in memory of disabled people murdered by parents and caregivers.
Below are several photos of the vigil that took place at Union Square South, in Manhattan.
An individual holding a sign which reads 'If you (Heart) us why U KILL us' poses with a person using a power chair.
Two smiling warmly dressed individuals sit closely together on a step, looking at the camera.
Two individuals in power wheelchairs facing each other at a right angle.
Vigil participants holding signs and candles. Signs read: It's not Mercy, it's MURDER, Fix the Healthcare System, Stupid, and Don't Destroy Us, Instead Celebrate Our Differences
Individuals holding candles as the light fades.
Candles are held by several people sitting & standing; close-up of candle flames.
Close-up of candle flames.
Five individuals holding candles and the sign Our Lives are Valuable
You can see all the photos in a set on Flickr: #Vigil for George – Union Square, NYC (3/30/12)
This is a video of the Union Square vigil (captioned):
Organizers/speakers included Samuel Barwick and Nadina LaSpina.
With gratitude to those who have contributed captions and descriptions; feel free to comment or add more.
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