Alycia Anderson Blog

Trilogy Residential Management


Published: Sunday December 5, 2021
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I’m excited to share that I will be delivering my Disabling Ableism: The Modern Pathway to Inclusion speech to Trilogy Residential Management virtually on December 6, 2021 followed by a live Question & Answer session.

My disability is who I am.


Published: Friday December 3, 2021
alycia sitting on steps smiling and looking at her wheelchair

I was asked in an interview recently, “how did I learn to love my disability?” Truly it is just who I am. Just like everyone else here. I did not have a say in what form of life I would be given on this Earth, and just like everyone else here, I had to discover … read more… My disability is who I am.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities


Published: Friday December 3, 2021
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Honored to have my friends at Grace Hill choose to feature my message of “Disabling Ableism: The Modern Pathway to Inclusion” today in recognition of International Day of Persons with Disabilities. “Harvard Business Review defines ableism as ‘a discrimination or social prejudice against people with disabilities based on the belief that typical abilities are superior.’ It is … read more… International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Accessibility Matters™ interview with John M. Griffin


Published: Tuesday November 16, 2021
john and alycia in the accessibility matters interview

I had the chance to catch up with John M. Griffin on Accessibility.com’s, Accessibility Matters podcast series, after emceeing their AccessibilityPlus 2021 event. John and I dive into my TEDx talk, Disabling Ableism: The Modern Pathway to Inclusion, that I delivered earlier in the year at TEDx South Lake Tahoe. Watch the full interview as … read more… Accessibility Matters™ interview with John M. Griffin

My First Story Video


Published: Monday November 15, 2021
alycia looking up at the buildings on the streets of denver

“Advocating for each other is where inclusion starts.”  Here is a piece of “My Story.” A labor of love project dreamt up by my husband to help share my story with you.  Thanks to Colorfool Films a group of filmmakers who “believe stories change the world by telling stories in an authentic, cinematic and compassionate way to drive the biggest … read more… My First Story Video

Living Full Out


Published: Sunday November 14, 2021
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Alycia’s interview runs from 15:30 ~ 42:30 ABOUT THIS EPISODE The Living Full Out Show with Nancy Solari encourages you to be open to sharing your opinions with loved ones. Maybe you want to voice a concern with your significant other but are scared of the outcome. Perhaps you would like to change your major … read more… Living Full Out

When the dots of the past align with the present.


Published: Tuesday November 9, 2021
image of alycia with students she spoke to at chico state university

I got to speak at California State University Chico my undergraduate alma mater today! Where the dots of my past fully aligned with my present. It’s the people, places and experiences that shape us and guide us. This was an absolute full circle day for me! This was a lovely day ♥️

My first speaking award! ♥️


Published: Friday November 5, 2021
alycia holding her appreciation trophy from accessibility plus 2021

My first speaking award! ♥️ Thank you so much Accessibility.com for this cute surprise!! Thank you for all the work you do to open up opportunities for all of us because without accessibility there is no inclusion.

Women Future Conference – Speaking on Overcoming Adversity


Published: Monday November 1, 2021
alycia will be a virtual speaker at the women future conference november first through the fifth

The #WomenFutureConference is a five-day virtual event for ambitious women in business happening virtually November 1-5. I am thrilled to be speaking about Overcoming Adversity. “You are the Hero of Your Story.” This conference is for women in all stages of their careers and life to learn, network, and be inspired. Other session topics include #MentalHealth and financial wellness, #ImposterSyndrome#WorkLifeBalance, #Mentorship, #Workplace#Diversity, … read more… Women Future Conference – Speaking on Overcoming Adversity