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Episode 8 Transcript


Published: Thursday August 10, 2023
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In Episode 8 of the “Pushing Forward with Alycia” podcast, Alycia Anderson shares her journey as a keynote speaker, advocating for disability inclusion and representation in workplaces. Inviting Carli Ross on the podcast to share her perspectives on Adaptive Physical Education (A.P.E.). Alycia emphasizes the power of personal stories in breaking barriers and promoting diversity. She reflects on the impact of sharing her own experiences to inspire change and empower others.

Rhythm and Moves Event


Published: Wednesday August 9, 2023
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Alycia Anderson was the keynote speaker at the Rhythm and Moves event, delivering her presentation “Disabling Ableism: The Modern Pathway to Inclusion” to physical education instructors. Rhythm and Moves is a program focused on physical and music education for schools. This event offered an opportunity for Alycia to directly impact students through advocacy and inclusion efforts, aligning with her mission to promote disability awareness and inclusive education.

IIDA – Hiring For Diversity


Published: Wednesday August 9, 2023
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IIDA EDI Hiring For Diversity event To kick off my advocacy work in August, I traveled to the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Southern California Chapter’s – IIDA EDI Hiring For Diversity event hosted in the heart of Los Angeles. This event was an incredible chance for members of IIDA and their guests to connect, … read more… IIDA – Hiring For Diversity

Pushing Forward with Alycia: Episode 7 – Intersectionality | Christina Rodriguez


Published: Thursday August 3, 2023
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Welcome to this inspiring episode Of “Pushing Forward with Alycia.” Our guest today is the dynamic Christina Rodriguez, founder of Latinas with Masters, an empowering network advancing the conversation on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Christina talks about intersectionality, women empowerment, race, gender, sexual orientation, and disability. As a woman of color and a staunch … read more… Pushing Forward with Alycia: Episode 7 – Intersectionality | Christina Rodriguez

Episode 7 Transcript


Published: Thursday August 3, 2023
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Title:Intersectionality | Christina Rodriguez Subtitle:Christina Rodriguez on Intersectionality, Higher Education, and Empowerment Episode 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 all … read more… Episode 7 Transcript

Disability Pride Month in Reflection


Published: Saturday July 29, 2023
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Reflecting on Disability Pride Month, Alycia Anderson highlights her journey of growth and the impact of disability advocacy. Through live events, articles, and the launch of her podcast, she has focused on amplifying disabled perspectives. The month has been a time of pride and introspection, reminding us of the importance of pushing through fear and embracing self-growth for collective progress.

Blue Shield of CA’s “Disability Inclusion Alliance” (DIA) – Inaugural Signature Event


Published: Friday July 28, 2023
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Alycia Anderson delivered a powerful keynote at Blue Shield of California’s inaugural Disability Inclusion Alliance (DIA) Employee Resource Group event. Hosted at their Oakland headquarters, the event emphasized the importance of fostering inclusivity in the workplace. Alycia’s keynote, “Getting to the Heart of Disabling Ableism,” challenged biases and inspired attendees to reflect on ways to actively combat ableism in both professional and personal spaces.

My keynote at Etsy!


Published: Thursday July 27, 2023
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Alycia Anderson delivered her “Disabling Ableism” keynote at Etsy in celebration of Disability Pride Month. The event, organized by Etsy’s DEI team, showcased their commitment to advocacy and inclusion. Alycia’s speech highlighted the significance of addressing ableism in workplaces, and the opportunity allowed her to connect with like-minded individuals and organizations dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for people with disabilities.

Pushing Forward with Alycia: Episode 6 – Invisible Disability | Joze Piranian


Published: Thursday July 27, 2023
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Disability Pride Month In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, we wind down Disability Pride Month by featuring inspirational Joze Piranian – a global speaker, trainer, and coach, and personal friend of Alycia’s. Joze champions inclusion and resilience, overcoming personal obstacles to become an acclaimed public speaker. With his captivating story and valuable insights … read more… Pushing Forward with Alycia: Episode 6 – Invisible Disability | Joze Piranian

Episode 6 | Transcript


Published: Thursday July 27, 2023
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Title:Invisible Disability | Joze Piranian Subtitle:Championing Inclusion and Resilience with Joze Piranian: An Episode of Transformation Episode Transcript: Joze Paranian 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 … read more… Episode 6 | Transcript