I am Taylor Mendoza, also known as DJ Tay Tay! I am 31 years old and have Down Syndrome. I have been practicing using my DJ equipment in order to perform for over a year now and have done family parties and gatherings. I am so happy that I have had the opportunity to show my talent in public! I was born and raised in Albuquerque and love ALL things music and dancing. I have two doggies, Kiko and Koji and love my family and friends very much. Feel free to recommend me to anyone in need of music and a great time!
Check her out at our Open Mic Nights, every other Thursday!
For more information on DJ Tay Tay and to book her for events –
The “ADAC Summer 2026 All Abilities Art Show” will be at the “Community Expressions Inclusive Arts Festival,” on Saturday May 30th, from 10:00am-3:00pm at St. John’s United Methodist Church! Any artist can participate, with preference given to disabled artists. All vendor spots are free of charge and 100% of sales for directly to you!Admission is also 100% FREE!
Support artists with disabilities and their allies! Support the arts and freedom of expression! Make sure to buy a piece of art or a craft, or two! Can’t wait to see you all there!
Contact us at info@adacnm.org or 505-451-4175 to register as an artist, crafter or vendor, or for more information on this amazing event! Or clink on the Community Expressions Inclusive Arts Festival webpage on this website!
We do art shows every quarter/season! So keep checking on us for more updates on future events!
We are currently seeking visual arts, music, theater arts or adaptive exercise instructors (Yoga, Tai Chi, etc) to offer workshops or classes to the disability arts community!
If you have a workshop or a class you’d like to offer at our space, or just want to volunteer your time to support our various events and activities —
Please contact Rachel Minnaar at rachel@adacnm.org or call 505-933-4712 for more information!
Rachel is an early-diagnosed individual on the autism spectrum (originally Asperger’s Syndrome in the early 90’s), as well as other diagnoses, but the arts were her therapy growing up. Her goal is to develop holistic and meaningful programs for people with disabilities, which are supportive, safe, authentic, accessible and inclusive.
The disabled community needs more freedom of speech, expression and artistic outlets, so we are here to make that happen! Disabled individuals in particular sometimes don’t get to realize and/or develop their own gifts and talents, because they don’t necessarily have the right support network to grow. We are offering our support in the form of open mics, arts workshops, classes and events. Keep growing, keep learning, keep expressing who you are. Your voice matters!
And keep checking back, we are always doing something!
Christopher Love, Treasurer/Co-Founder
Chris Love has been an advocate for fellow disabled individuals for more than a decade. He also has been involved in the performing arts for more than twenty-five years, mostly behind-the-scenes, in both professional and local community arts programs. He’s worked with local, county, and state governments to create accommodations for New Mexicans.
In his spare time he enjoys carpentry and spending time with his Catahoula dog Cyan. He likes the Moody Blues’s music, but thinks they are assholes in real life.
Dagmar Garza, Secretary/Instructor
Tim Nuzum, Board Member/Events Management
William Mallard, Board Member/Communications
Art Connections Program:
Margaret Govoni, Board Member/ Arts Connections Program Director
ADA Collaborative is a nonprofit organization that seeks to provide accessible and affordable arts opportunities, with an emphasis on including the disability community and their allies.
