Alycia Anderson Blog

Society for Collegiate Travel and Expense Management Conference


Published: Tuesday September 26, 2023
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Alycia Anderson delivered an impactful keynote at the Society for Collegiate Travel and Expense Management (SCTEM) conference. She spoke on how diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility intersect with travel and expense management, emphasizing the importance of accessibility in every aspect of life. Alycia’s insights encouraged attendees to rethink inclusion and to create environments where everyone, regardless of ability, can thrive.

Episode 14 – A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller


Published: Thursday September 21, 2023
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Breaking Barriers with Music Get ready for an uplifting episode of “Pushing Forward with Alycia” as host Alycia Anderson welcomes the extraordinary Amy Wang-Hiller, a violin virtuoso who has transcended the boundaries of music and disability. Champion of Resilience Dive into Amy’s advocacy journey, where she fearlessly battles her genetic disorder, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and Postural … read more… Episode 14 – A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller

Episode 14 Transcript


Published: Thursday September 21, 2023
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Title:A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller Subtitle:Amy Wang-Hiller’s Inspirational Journey through Music and Disability 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 … read more… Episode 14 Transcript

Episode 13 – The Beauty of Friendship | Alycia and Kerri


Published: Thursday September 14, 2023
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The Beauty of Friendship In this heartfelt episode of “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” join Alycia Anderson and her special guest, Kerri A. Vanderbom, Ph.D., for a touching exploration of the profound impact of friendship, advocacy, and inclusivity. Alycia and Kerri’s friendship has stood the test of time, beginning in their college days at California State … read more… Episode 13 – The Beauty of Friendship | Alycia and Kerri

Episode 13 Transcript


Published: Thursday September 14, 2023
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In Episode 13 of “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” Alycia Anderson discusses overcoming societal barriers through personal strength and resilience with close friend Kerri Vanderbom. They explore the power of community support and personal empowerment in advancing disability inclusion. The episode encourages listeners to push past limitations and advocate for inclusive environments.

Embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through Raising Disability Awareness


Published: Monday September 11, 2023
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Raising disability awareness is key to embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion. This post explores how fostering understanding of disability can create a more inclusive society. By focusing on the unique challenges faced by people with disabilities, we can push forward DEI initiatives and encourage meaningful change. Disability inclusion not only enhances innovation and engagement but also expands access and opportunities for all.

Episode 12 – Twin Sisters, Forever Advocates ❤️❤️


Published: Thursday September 7, 2023
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Welcome back to Pushing Forward with Alycia Where heartfelt stories of resilience and unity take center stage. In this very personal episode, Alycia Anderson invites her identical, able-bodied twin sister, Regina Weinstein, to share their extraordinary bond. An Unbreakable Twin Bond A Lifelong Journey of Togetherness Dive deep into the stories of two sisters who … read more… Episode 12 – Twin Sisters, Forever Advocates ❤️❤️

Episode 12 Transcript


Published: Thursday September 7, 2023
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Title:Twin Sisters, Forever Advocates ❤️❤️ Subtitle:Alycia and her able-bodied twin Regina reminisce about their childhood 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 … read more… Episode 12 Transcript

Episode 11 Transcript


Published: Thursday August 31, 2023
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In Episode 11, Alycia Anderson explores the dynamic intersections of disability, identity, and inclusion. Drawing from personal experiences, she highlights the significance of authentic representation and self-identification in disability advocacy. The conversation touches on critical issues such as accessibility in the workplace and the need for comprehensive DEIA strategies.

Episode 11 – The Essence of Empathy | Michael Tennant


Published: Thursday August 31, 2023
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Exploring The Power of Empathy with Michael Tennant Step into the realm of empathy and inclusivity with another thought-provoking episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia. In Episode 11, Alycia Anderson delves deep into the world of empathy, advocacy, and inclusivity alongside the dynamic Michael Tennant, a visionary entrepreneur, author, and creator of Curiosity Lab. Micael … read more… Episode 11 – The Essence of Empathy | Michael Tennant