Breaking barriers and smashing stigma! This Women’s History Month episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia explores menstrual equity, accessible healthcare, and period inclusivity with Carly Pistawka & Holly Johnston. Let’s talk about the power of our periods and why #PeriodsForAll matters. From advocacy to action, this conversation is changing the narrative—because periods should never be a barrier! Listen now!
In the multifamily industry, inclusion must go beyond buzzwords—it must amplify the voices of women with disabilities. In this blog, I share personal insights and the importance of authentic representation, accessible design, and leadership that values diversity. By embracing the lived experiences of disabled women, we unlock new potential for innovation, empathy, and community impact. Let’s push forward together, building spaces where everyone belongs and thrives.
Christina Smallwood’s journey is one of resilience, leadership, and hope. From overcoming infertility to adopting her daughter with cerebral palsy, she’s shattered barriers while building a thriving business. In this powerful episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, Christina shares her inspiring path to success, the lessons in her upcoming book Hope in the Hard, and how authenticity fuels both motherhood and entrepreneurship. Don’t miss this empowering conversation!
In this powerful episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, Christina Smallwood opens up about overcoming infertility, adopting her daughter with cerebral palsy, and building a thriving business. Her journey, detailed in her upcoming book Hope in the Hard, is a testament to resilience, leadership, and authenticity. Read the full transcript and get inspired by Christina’s story of breaking barriers and embracing life’s challenges with hope.
Southwest Airlines’ Women Empowered Celebration took flight with an unforgettable event championing inclusion, diversity, and empowerment. Alycia Anderson shared her powerful story, inspiring a future where accessibility and equity soar. This transformative journey showcased the strength of women in leadership, breaking barriers and redefining possibilities. Discover how this celebration is shaping a more inclusive world—one flight at a time.
Discover how Anthony Kennedy Shriver is transforming lives through Best Buddies, an organization dedicated to fostering friendships, employment, and leadership opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this inspiring episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, we explore the impact of inclusion, advocacy, and meaningful connections. Don’t miss this powerful conversation on breaking barriers and creating a more inclusive world!
Get the full Episode 80 transcript of Pushing Forward with Alycia, featuring Anthony Kennedy Shriver and his mission with Best Buddies. Dive into this powerful conversation on fostering inclusion, empowering individuals with disabilities, and creating life-changing opportunities. Read every inspiring word from this impactful discussion and discover how you can support the movement for a more inclusive world!
To advance disability inclusion, embracing intersectionality, accessibility, representation, and self-identification is essential. Here are 10 valuable resources for individuals and organizations to implement these philosophies, such as Disability
for business inclusion, the ADA National Network for accessibility rights, and LinkedIn Learning for DEI courses. These tools empower you to foster more inclusive spaces across personal and professional settings.
This weekend, I had the incredible honor of being the keynote speaker at the “Own It” Conference at University of California, Davis, themed “Embracing the Celestial.” Speaking before a room filled with bold, brilliant women leaders, students, and changemakers was a reminder of the power we hold when we lift each other up.We explored how … read more… This Disability Advocate Just Delivered a Powerful Message at UC Davis Women in Business Conference —And the Internet’s Listening
Meet Nevaeh Hearn, a trailblazer redefining inclusive fashion! On Pushing Forward with Alycia, Nevaeh shares her journey as a model and advocate breaking barriers in the industry. From challenging beauty standards to amplifying disability representation, her story is pure inspiration. Tune in to Episode 79 and discover how she’s paving the way for true inclusivity in fashion!
