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David Sharif, a ‘bright light’ among advocates for those with disabilities, dies at 24

David Sharif, a ‘bright light’ among advocates for those with disabilities, dies at 24

Published April 25, 2022

(New York Jewish Week) — David Sharif, an autism awareness advocate and motivational speaker, died suddenly this past weekend at the age of 24.  Sharif, who was himself autistic, was known throughout the disability advocacy community for his determination...

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