Images of children are often popular content on social media. While influencers are primarily characterised by their commercial interests, other social media users use their online presence to raise awareness of social or political issues. One such group is parents of children with disabilities. This article examines how parents of children with disabilities use Instagram to raise awareness of their children's rights and find community.

Three key points from the article are:

• Parents as non-commercial influencers: Parents of children with disabilities use Instagram not only to document their lives, but also to raise awareness of disability rights. They act as influencers by sharing personal stories, building networks and mobilising followers – all without financial interests.

• Social media as support and advocacy: Instagram offers a community where parents can find support and advice. At the same time, the platform is used for political and social influence, for example through campaigns such as #undskyldvierher, which draws attention to political discussions about disability issues in Denmark.

• The balance between privacy and public exposure: Parents navigate between the desire to protect their children and the need to create visibility and break the stigma surrounding disability. They carefully consider what they share and how it may affect their children in the future.

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