Columbia Ability Alliance Launches "Tri-Cities Superheroes" Campaign to Celebrate Local Individuals with Disabilities

What if the greatest superpowers weren't found in comic books, but in our own neighborhoods? Across the Tri-Cities, individuals with disabilities are making an impact every day through their talents, determination, compassion, creativity, and resilience. Yet too often, their stories go untold. 

Columbia Ability Alliance is changing that with Tri-Cities Superheroes, a new community storytelling campaign that shines a light on the extraordinary strengths of local individuals with disabilities. Through authentic stories, the campaign encourages our community to see disability through a different lens: one that recognizes ability, celebrates unique strengths, and reminds us that everyone has something meaningful to contribute. 

One of those superheroes is Elliott, whose superpower is connection. He has an incredible gift for making people feel seen, heard, and included. Whether welcoming someone new or encouraging a friend through a challenge, Elliott naturally builds belonging wherever he goes. "Go out there and pursue your dreams, face your fears, accomplish your goals," Elliott says. "If I can do it, you can do it. I believe in you." 

Elliott is one of the first Tri-Cities Superheroes being introduced through the campaign, each sharing a personal story and the unique strengths that make them who they are. 

“We believe everyone has unique gifts (superpowers) that can impact lives and strengthen our community,” said Michael Novakovich, President and CEO of Columbia Ability Alliance. “Tri-Cities Superheroes celebrates the gifts of the people we serve and reminds us that when everyone has the opportunity to contribute, we build a stronger, more inclusive community for all to enjoy.” 

Tri-Cities Superheroes invites our community to recognize the strengths that exist all around us and celebrate the people whose unique abilities make the Tri-Cities stronger. Community members are encouraged to nominate a local superhero or become a Sidekick by supporting Columbia Ability Alliance's mission to create opportunities for individuals with disabilities to thrive. 
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To meet the Tri-Cities Superheroes, nominate someone, or learn more about the campaign, visit tcsuperheroes.com.