Stories in Action
Storytelling has the power to educate, connect, and inspire. Here you’ll find a growing collection of documentaries that highlight individuals, organizations, and communities making a meaningful impact.
We hope you’ll return often as this collection continues to evolve.
What happens when the person who once needed help becomes the person helping others find their way forward? This is the story of Cory Richo. Cory survived Stage Four neuroblastoma as a child. The surgeries that saved his life left him permanently paralyzed, and at age 23, complications caused him to lose his vision. But Cory does not define his life by what happened to him.
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The story that started it all. A simple conversation with my friend Jane Carona became the inspiration for the Blind Muse Foundation. Through friendship, curiosity, and honest conversation, Jane reminds us that understanding begins by asking questions and taking the time to listen.
Featured Story
The Maryland State Rehabilitation Council works to strengthen vocational rehabilitation services and expand employment opportunities for Marylanders with disabilities. This story offers a behind-the-scenes look at the council’s mission, the partnerships that drive its work, and the shared commitment to helping individuals achieve greater independence through employment.
Organizational Story
Meaningful relationships begin with understanding. Join the Blind Muse Foundation as members of Ebenezer AME Church’s Usher Ministry explore blindness, accessibility, and inclusion through open dialogue and shared experiences. This story is a reminder that when we’re willing to ask questions, listen, and learn from one another, we build stronger, more welcoming communities.
Community Story
The white cane is more than a mobility tool—it represents independence, confidence, and the freedom to navigate the world with dignity. This story explores the history of White Cane Awareness Day, the protections that support travelers who are blind, and how greater awareness can help create safer, more inclusive communities for everyone.
Community Story
Three communities. One shared purpose. Hosted by a local Seventh-day Adventist Church and featuring the National Federation of the Blind and leaders from Ebenezer AME Church, this story celebrates the power of faith, partnership, and inclusion. It reminds us that when people come together around a common purpose, they build understanding, strengthen relationships, and create communities where everyone belongs.
Community Story