Panel Discussion on What Matters Most: Human Rights from a Disability Perspective
Please join us on Wednesday December 10th 2025 at 2:00 PM for a panel discussion on human rights from a disability perspective, in celebration of Human Rights Day.
Our panel will feature people with disabilities sharing their experiences and perspectives on what matters most when it comes to human rights. This is a chance to learn, reflect, and engage in conversation about the rights of persons with disabilities in Ontario.
ASL interpretation and live captioning will be provided.
Moderators:
Michael Gottheil – ARCH Senior Counsel
Jessica Field – Community Outreach and Education Coordinator
Panelists:
Paul Scotland – Lawyer, disability activist and the Chair of ARCH’s Board of Directors
Brianne Taggart – Artist and disability advocate
Tara Gibson – Respecting Rights member and disability advocate
Presenter Bios
Paul Scotland
Paul Scotland was born and raised in Toronto, with the neuro tube defect Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus. Paul holds an honours, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from York University. He graduated from the University of Ottawa, Faculty of Law and is currently working as a federal crown lawyer in Toronto. Paul is also the current chair of ARCH Disability Law Centre’s Board of Directors and is dedicated to improving disability rights and fair access to justice across the province.
Brianne Taggart
Brianne Taggart is an artist and disability advocate from Kingsville, Ontario. She teaches art online and enjoys selling her artwork and photography. Brianne has been involved in advocacy initiatives since 2017 and is an active member of many groups such as the Community Living Ontario’s Council, New Day Leaders of Today, and the Speaking Out Conference planning committee. She is passionate about improving accessibility and community inclusion for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities across Ontario.
Tara Gibson
Tara Gibson is a volunteer with ARCH’s Respecting Rights project, where she helps educate people with intellectual or developmental disabilities about their decision-making rights. She also serves on the Bellwood’s Community Advisory Council, advising on issues residents face with housing and attendant care services. Living with Cerebral Palsy, a learning disability, and visual impairment, Tara brings passion and valuable perspective to disability rights advocacy.
The details for joining will come from “ARCH Disability Law Centre 300”. Please use the “Join Meeting” link or copy and paste the link into your browser where possible.