Dear Friends,
My name is William, and I’m 11-years old. I am twice exceptional (which isn’t always as exceptional as it may sound) with autism, ADHD, and dyslexia. I also have anxiety. I want to tell you about something really important to me, something that I hope will help make our community more understanding, kind, and supportive for everyone.
It’s called William’s Glasses.
What is William’s Glasses?
William’s Glasses is a group that I started to help people learn about invisible disabilities. Things like autism, dyslexia, ADHD, anxiety, and more. These are disabilities you can’t always see, but they can make life harder in ways that other people don’t always understand. Sometimes, people like me, who have an invisible disability, feel left out or struggle with things that others don’t even notice. My goal is to help people see the world the way I do, through my “glasses.”
Why Does This Matter?
Invisible disabilities can make things like school, making friends, or even just everyday life more challenging. Sometimes, people don’t realize when someone is struggling, so they might not be as patient or kind as they could be. I believe that if we all learn more about each other and understand what others go through, we can be a more caring and supportive community. I also know how hard it is on parents of children with invisible disabilities, and I want William’s Glasses to be a place where they can find support, too.
Our Logo
The logo for William's Glasses features a pair of glasses, symbolizing how those with invisible disabilities see the world and how they are seen by others. The colors of the logo represent the diverse spectrum of disabilities and the struggles of those who live with them, as displayed on the Disability Pride Flag. Each color holds deep significance:
Red - physical disabilities
Gold - neurodiversity
White - invisible disabilities and disabilities that haven't yet been diagnosed
Blue - emotional and psychiatric disabilities, including mental illness, anxiety, and depression
Green - for sensory disabilities, including deafness, blindness, lack of smell, lack of taste, audio processing disorder, and all other sensory disabilities
Black - for victims of ableist violence and abuse.
The smudges convey how those with invisible disabilities often navigate challenges with resilience and clarity, seeing beyond obstacles with strength and insight. Also, my glasses are always smudged.
What We Want to Do:
With William’s Glasses, we’re going to:
Raise Awareness by sharing information about invisible disabilities so people understand them better.
Encourage Empathy by helping people see life from different perspectives.
Create a Supportive Community where people with invisible disabilities, their families, and friends feel welcome and understood.
Make a Difference by advocating for better support and kindness in schools and our community.
How You Can Help:
William’s Glasses is for everyone! Students, parents, teachers, and neighbors. Here’s how you can be part of it:
Learn more about invisible disabilities and share what you learn with others.
Participate in our events, like Invisible Disabilities Week (October 19–25, 2025) where we’ll have fun activities and ways to show support.
Wear a William’s Glasses shirt or sticker to show that you believe in kindness and understanding.
Volunteer to help with projects that make schools and our community more inclusive.
Why This Matters to Me
I know what it feels like to be misunderstood, and I don’t want anyone else to feel that way. If we can all take a moment to see life through someone else’s glasses, we can make the world a kinder place. I hope you’ll join me in making that happen.
Thank you for listening. I see you.
Your Friend, William
Contact Us
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