Alycia Anderson speaks with Beth Wiesendanger from Etsy in a discussion about disability inclusion in DEI efforts. They explore Etsy’s initiatives to support accessibility and inclusion for disabled employees and customers. The conversation highlights the importance of making DEI strategies inclusive for everyone, including those with disabilities. Beth emphasizes the role of empathy and understanding in crafting effective, long-lasting change in corporate DEI efforts.
In this episode of “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” Beth Wiesendanger, Senior Manager of DEI at Etsy, shares her journey as a double amputee and disability advocate. She emphasizes the importance of inclusive spaces, disability representation, and intersectionality. Learn practical strategies to enhance accessibility and break down barriers in society while creating a more inclusive world for disabled voices.
In this episode of “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” Etsy’s DEI Senior Manager Beth Wiesendanger shares her experiences as a double amputee and disability advocate. She highlights the significance of inclusive spaces, disability representation, and intersectionality. Beth also offers insights into fostering accessibility and dismantling societal barriers, ultimately advocating for a more inclusive world where disabled voices are heard and valued.
The Be Like Josh Foundation, founded by Kimberly Elliot, advocates for dogs with neurological disabilities and promotes inclusion. Alycia Anderson highlights their work in supporting disability awareness, teaching empathy, and embracing imperfection through their outreach efforts. The foundation inspires others to practice inclusivity by encouraging everyone to be themselves.
In this post, Alycia Anderson reflects on her advocacy efforts, emphasizing the importance of dismantling ableism and creating more inclusive spaces. Through her powerful speeches and activism, Alycia continues to drive change, challenging society to rethink accessibility and disability representation. She discusses her role in raising awareness and inspiring individuals to embrace equity, showing that change can be made, one stage at a time.
Alycia Anderson opens Disability Pride Month with a powerful episode on the Pushing Forward with Alycia podcast. She shares insights on the importance of visibility, inclusion, and celebrating the disability community. Through interviews and personal reflections, the episode highlights the diverse experiences of disabled individuals, emphasizing the need for acceptance and accessibility in all aspects of life, including workplaces and public spaces.
This podcast is a passion project of mine that has come to fruition through many long hours in collaboration with esteemed members of the disability community, my hardworking creative team and a lot of my own personal growth in pushing through fear and stepping up to being the changemaker I want to be.
In this episode, Alycia Anderson and her husband Marty explore the empowering nature of Disability Pride Month. They reflect on the Americans with Disabilities Act, discussing how celebrating disability pride can dismantle ableism and foster a more inclusive society. By embracing disability as a core part of one’s identity, they challenge the limitations often imposed on disabled individuals, promoting visibility, acceptance, and understanding.
Alycia Anderson and her husband Marty discuss the empowering significance of Disability Pride Month, reflecting on the ADA. They highlight how embracing disability as a core part of one’s identity challenges ableism, promotes inclusivity, and encourages understanding. Through this episode, they advocate for greater visibility, acceptance, and dismantling societal limitations imposed on disabled individuals.
In Episode 2 of Pushing Forward with Alycia, Alycia Anderson tackles the issue of ableism, a persistent barrier in society. Through personal insights and examples, she explores how ableism affects various aspects of life, including healthcare, education, and employment. Alycia passionately discusses her mission to create a more accessible world for everyone, emphasizing the importance of challenging societal norms and making a real difference through action.
