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Andrew Gurza
@andrewgurza.bsky.social
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Disability Awareness Consultant, author of NOTES FROM A QUEER CRIPPLE (2025), podcaster, talking about disability, queerness and all that.

Website: www.andrewgurza.com

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Ableism isn't a good look WestJet
WestJet has a new policy that doesn’t allow power wheelchair users who have a wheelchair weighing 300lbs. to fly with them citing “weight requirements.” The average power wheelchair user will have a custom chair that will probably weigh around 300 lbs. WestJet’s slogan is currently, “where your story takes off.” My story can’t go anywhere because of your ableist, discriminatory policies.
November 18, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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non-binary looks like this too
November 16, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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a yellow square with black text that says: the level of femmephobia on gay male dating apps needs to be studied. Saying that you support all types of men, but “nothing feminine” feels hyper gross and reeks of internalized homophobia. If a “hot guy” posts this, they become so much uglier in my eyes.
November 16, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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Alice Wong ask that this be posted after her passing. Honoring that.
“This is Alice’s friend Sandy Ho, posting. Per Alice’s wishes, this message is being shared at the time of her passing.” Below, the main message continues in paragraph form: “Hi everyone, it looks like I ran out of time. I have so many dreams that I wanted to fulfill and plans to create new stories for you. There are a few in progress that might come to fruition in a few years if things work out. I did not ever imagine I would live to this age and end up a writer, editor, activist, and more. As a kid riddled with insecurity and internalized ableism, I could not see a path forward. It was thanks to friendships and some great teachers who believed in me that I was able to fight my way out of miserable situations into a place where I finally felt comfortable in my skin. We need more stories about us and our culture. You all, we all, deserve the everything and more in such a hostile, ableist environment. Our wisdom is incisive and unflinching. I'm honored to be your ancestor and believe disabled oracles like us will light the way to the future. Don't let the bastards grind you down. I love you all.”
November 15, 2025 at 11:52 PM
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I went to a disability fundraiser with StopGap last night, and I wanted to show you what real disabled joy looks like. It's this.
November 13, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Disabled People Are Hot; and that is also a political statement.
Andrew, a disabled white non-binary queer looking hotly to camera and raising their arm in bed. They are wearing a green shirt that has a banana on it.
November 8, 2025 at 2:19 AM
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Disabled people are hot. #DisabledPeopleAreHot

[pretty sure i took this like 6 years ago, but taking photos is hard for me, so here is a re-issue.]
Shirtless man smiling brightly, wearing a backward black cap and silver chain. Tattoos on his chest read “Queer Cripple” and show a muscular figure in a wheelchair and a unicorn.
November 3, 2025 at 9:25 PM
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I have a book called "Notes From a Queer Cripple" that has been out for 6 months. It is available all the places you get books in e-book and paperback format. It is about my journey with sex, queerness and disability. It is a raw, real honest look at an intersection we ignore Get it now! xo ag.
ChatGPT said:Two handsome men share a playful, intimate selfie. The bearded man on the left, shirtless with tattoos and a gold septum ring, leans in close with a flirtatious grin. The man on the right, wearing a light blue shirt with a cheeky goose design and a pop of orange from his beanie and strap, beams with joy as he proudly holds up Notes from a Queer Cripple — the bold pink-and-teal cover gleaming between them. The soft blue walls and framed art behind them make the moment feel cozy, sexy, and full of queer joy.
October 29, 2025 at 11:33 PM
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Screenshot of a social media post by @andrew.gurza. The profile picture shows a man with short dark hair and a white shirt, smiling broadly against a bright blue background. The post reads: "we don’t treat disabled people well, good, or right in hospital settings. how tf are you supposed to heal when dealing with medical ableism in a supposed “safe space”? The ripple effects of medical ableism cannot be understated. It needs to be studied."
August 19, 2025 at 12:36 AM
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Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza @andrewgurza that reads, "Starvation of innocent children is not a self-defense strategy."
July 26, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza (@andrewgurza) that reads, "hear me out. Release the E*stein Files like that U2 album that was automatically downloaded on our phones a few years back."
July 23, 2025 at 11:51 PM
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Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza @andrewgurza. The tweet reads, "It's Disability Pride Month, and in this month we talk so much about empowering disabled people; allowing them to love themselves for who they are. Yes, we should do that. But we can also explore the hard parts of disability; the pieces of the story that so many others don't see. Having Pride means hating disabled life sometimes, too." Below the tweet are icons for reply, like, and share.
July 3, 2025 at 12:59 AM
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Hi! I'm fundraising for a new shower chair and a travel hoyer lift bc this weekend the lift I rented did not work and I had to be physically lifted in bed. This is unsafe for me! Please donate and share! gofund.me/828a7b75
I have started a fundraiser for a travel Hoyer Lift and because this past weekend the lift I rented did not work at all, and 3 people had to lift me in bed. This is incredibly unsafe for all. Also, my very specialized shower chair keeps breaking and tilting unexpectedly all by itself, making showering a fun experience for me! I am asking for donations to raise money for a lift that can fold up and go on a plane when I travel, so I can be lifted safely in bed. I am also asking for donations so I can shower safely. I am asking for donations to raise money for a lift that can fold up and go on a plane when I travel, so I can be lifted safely in bed. I am also asking for donations so I can shower safely.
July 2, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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Screenshot of a tweet from Andrew Gurza, @andrewgurza, stating, "It's a myth that you can't be disabled and go to school, work, or socialize... yes, AND it is important to remember and talk about the truth that there are disabled people who can never do these things, ever. They have value too." Andrew Gurza's profile picture shows him smiling, wearing a pink shirt and a pink feather boa.
July 1, 2025 at 12:52 AM
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Text graphic on a pink background that reads, "Funny how when an able-bodied queer man writes about their sexuality they are applauded for their honesty and bravery. When a disabled queer person dares to write, speak or express the same feelings, their work is labelled as “too sexual”. Bought Notes From a Queer Cripple yet?" Below the text is a logo of a colorful coil.
June 30, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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Photograph of text on a white background that reads, "every single time I write or talk about sex and disability online, someone thinks they are being the most clever when they comment, “who would ever want to hear that about disabled people?” It’s exhausting as fuck." Below the text is a small, colorful logo.
June 21, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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Text graphic on a pink background. The text reads, "I was talking to a guy on an app, and then I put my phone away to do some work. His immediate response after I had been gone 10 minutes was, “Have fun in your chair.” The sad thing is, that had he just been patient, he might've had fun in my chair too. His loss. Don't be ableist during Pride.
June 18, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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Screenshot of a tweet by Andrew Gurza, @andrewgurza, that reads, "disabled people get abused at much higher rates than non-disabled people do, and we always need to be talking about that." Andrew Gurza's profile picture shows him smiling and wearing a white shirt.
June 12, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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I am a freelance Disability Awareness Consultant. That means I do a lot of gig work, one off opportunities. I am seeking longer contract opportunities with a disability organization. If you need someone to speak, blog, write, create content, produce a podcast, I am your person. Please pass this along and e-mail me should any PAID opportunities feel like a good fit. You can find my rates and contact at andrewgurza.com Thanks!
May 30, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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disabled joy comes the most once you confront and name your disabled grief.
May 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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hey, hi, hello. severely disabled people who will never be able to work (yes, even not a little) *deserve* good things.
a pink square with andrew's logo at the bottom that reads: hey, hi, hello. severely disabled people who will never be able to work (yes, even not a little) *deserve* good things.
May 24, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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My first book launch of “Notes From A Queer Cripple” is tonight at 6-8 p.m EST. I would love for you to come and join us and hear me read, be part of a Q&A moderated by fellow disabled author Amanda Leduc and a little virtual giveaway. Free tix at www.andrewgurza.com. Be there!
My first book launch of “Notes From A Queer Cripple” is tonight at 6-8 p.m EST. I would love for you to come and join us and hear me read, be part of a Q&A moderated by fellow disabled author Amanda Leduc and a little virtual giveaway. Free tix at www.andrewgurza.com. Be there!
May 22, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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Hi! Hey! What’s up? I am the author of Notes From a Queer Cripple: How to Cultivate Queer Disabled Joy (and be hot while doing it!) and I will have my first official book launch this Thursday, May 22nd from 6-8 pm EST virtually!
Hi! Hey! What’s up? I am the author of Notes From a Queer Cripple: How to Cultivate Queer Disabled Joy (and be hot while doing it!) and I will have my first official book launch this Thursday, May 22nd from 6-8 pm EST virtually! Free tickets on www.andrewgurza.com. I would love to have you join me for a reading, a Q&A plus so much more!
May 17, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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posting is part of the protest. please don’t belittle how disabled people show up to things. the way we show up is how we show up, and judging us for not being there physically is really ableist and a sh*tty look.
May 14, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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when disabled people talk about intimacy, it scares non-disabled people because many of you can’t actually imagine getting that close to us.
when disabled people talk about intimacy, it scares non-disabled people because many of you can’t actually imagine getting that close to us.
May 12, 2025 at 10:59 PM