On and off-Screen inclusivity of people of all abilities with RJ Mitte

About the event

RJ Mitte is best known for playing Walt Jr. on the Emmy-winning AMC drama ‘Breaking Bad,’ – like his character on the show, he also battles with cerebral palsy. As the conversations around diversity becomes more prevalent in the way casting is handled, RJ discusses how the media industry can grow to be more inclusive, and what the areas of opportunity are.

The significance of people of all abilities seeing themselves represented on screen and in behind-the-scenes entertainment industry careers is so important, so sharing his ideas on what it will take for more authentic on-screen portrayals of cognitive, speech, developmental, and mobility disabilities has become even more necessary today.

The Access Center strives to make this event fully accessible. To request accommodations, please call 509-335-3417 or email access.center@wsu.edu at least 5 days prior to event.