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Brad Parks | Paralympian & Founder of Wheelchair Tennis


Published: Thursday August 24, 2023
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Subscribe and listen on your favorite podcast player: Paralympian Brad Parks In episode 10 of Pushing Forward with Alycia, Alycia Anderson delves into the life and accomplishments of Paralympian Brad Parks, a name synonymous with resilience, innovation, and empowerment. The Birth of Wheelchair Tennis Brad’s story unfolds in 1980 when he founded the National Foundation … read more… Brad Parks | Paralympian & Founder of Wheelchair Tennis

Episode 10 Transcript


Published: Thursday August 24, 2023
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Title:Brad Parks | Paralympian & Founder of Wheelchair Tennis Subtitle:Brad Parks | Founder of Wheelchair Tennis, International Tennis Hall of Famer & Gold-Medal Paralympian Transcript: Alycia Anderson: Welcome to Pushing Forward with Alycia a podcast that gives disability a voice. Each week we will explore topics like confidence, ambition, resilience and finding success against all … read more… Episode 10 Transcript

The Beauty of Barrier-Free Design


Published: Monday August 21, 2023
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In a world that’s becoming more conscious of inclusivity and accessibility, the concept of barrier-free design is gaining increasing recognition and importance. Barrier-free design is more than just a trend; it’s a transformative philosophy that enhances the quality of life for everyone. Let’s dive into the fascinating world of barrier-free design and discover why it’s … read more… The Beauty of Barrier-Free Design

Episode 9 – Barrier-Free Design | Maegan Blau


Published: Thursday August 17, 2023
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Subscribe and listen on your favorite podcast player: Welcome back to Pushing Forward with Alycia! In this episode, Alycia opens the conversation into the world of Barrier-Free Design with the super talented Maegan Blau. Get ready to have your perspective on design and accessibility totally transformed! Meet Maegan Blau The visionary founder behind Blue Copper … read more… Episode 9 – Barrier-Free Design | Maegan Blau

Episode 9 Transcript


Published: Thursday August 17, 2023
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Title:Barrier-Free Design | Maegan Blau Subtitle:Elevating Spaces Through Barrier-Free Design: A Conversation with Maegan Blau Transcript: Alycia Anderson: Welcome to Pushing Forward with Alycia, a podcast that gives disability a voice. Each week we will explore topics like confidence, ambition, resilience and finding success against all odds. We are creating a collective community that believes that … read more… Episode 9 Transcript

Including Disability in DEI Efforts – RIMScast Podcast


Published: Wednesday August 16, 2023
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Thank you RIMS (Risk and Insurance Management Society, Inc.) for inviting me to be a guest on the RIMScast podcast! My guest appearance on this episode is all about, including disability in your DEI efforts, and opening the discussion for risk management professionals and business leaders to better understand disability awareness in extending the dialogue from … read more… Including Disability in DEI Efforts – RIMScast Podcast

E.W. Scripps EDI Symposium Event!


Published: Tuesday August 15, 2023
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Thank you to The E.W. Scripps Company and Danyelle “DC” Wright for inviting me to be a part of today’s amazing panel discussion during the #ScrippsEDISymposium! We had a meaningful discussion on the importance of understanding the barriers of employees with visible disabilities in the workplace. What an opportunity to collaborate with renowned disability advocates like Rebecca Alexander, Maysoon Zayid and Andraea LaVant (a … read more… E.W. Scripps EDI Symposium Event!

Embracing Equity & Intersectionality Through the Lens of Disability


Published: Tuesday August 15, 2023
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Thank you Sovos and Nina Bryson Fleming for having me back again this year to be a speaker during your Sovos Exchange event! It was an incredible chance to engage in meaningful discussions and to share my keynote speech on “Embracing Equity & Intersectionality Through the Lens of Disability.” “Sovos provides businesses with the confidence needed to navigate an … read more… Embracing Equity & Intersectionality Through the Lens of Disability

Episode 8 – Embracing Inclusivity | Adaptive Yoga + A.P.E. with Carli Ross


Published: Thursday August 10, 2023
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Subscribe and listen on your favorite podcast player: In this episode of “Pushing Forward with Alycia“ Alycia welcomes Carli Ross, an adaptive physical education leader and the founder of Carli B Yoga, to share the transformative work she is doing to advocate with adaptive yoga and adaptive physical education and create a world if inclusion … read more… Episode 8 – Embracing Inclusivity | Adaptive Yoga + A.P.E. with Carli Ross