The purpose of the Disabled Students and Allies Association shall be to connect and empower all disabled and allied students at the University at Buffalo through providing community, education, and advocacy. We believe that disabled students are an essential part of the UB community and we are dedicated to the inclusion, acceptance, and respect of all disabled and allied UB students. The DSAA recognizes that there are unique challenges and stigmas incurred with navigating higher education while also managing disability and chronic illness. We aim to address these challenges and stigmas through the cohesion of solidarity and shared core values.