Alycia Anderson Blog

Featured in ARTENZZA MAGAZINE: Sharing My Story with the World


Published: Wednesday June 25, 2025
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I’m honored to be featured in ARTENZZA MAGAZINE, where I share my journey as a disability advocate, keynote speaker, and CEO. This feature highlights my mission to promote inclusion, celebrate disability, and inspire authentic leadership. It’s not just about my story—it’s about creating space for all voices to be heard and valued. Read the full article and join me in pushing forward representation and visibility!

Episode 94 – Creator Gigi Robinson: Chronic Illness and Host of Influence


Published: Thursday June 19, 2025
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In Episode 94 of Pushing Forward with Alycia, Gigi Robinson opens up about living with Ehlers‑Danlos Syndrome and endometriosis. She shares her journey from early diagnosis to becoming a published author through Penguin Random House, offering candid reflections on balancing health and hustle. Gigi emphasizes the power of self‑advocacy and movement-based mindfulness, encouraging listeners to break down barriers, build bridges, and embrace resilience in the face of chronic illness.

Episode 94 Transcript


Published: Thursday June 19, 2025
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In episode 94 of Pushing Forward with Alycia, Gigi Robinson, diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome at 11, candidly shares how chronic pain shaped her life and advocacy. She struggled with physical limitations through middle school and competed students and professors who doubted her invisible illness. Turning her experience into a senior photo essay, Gigi found purpose educating through visual storytelling. Today, she balances chronic illness, creativity, and self-care—empowering others to embrace resilience and authenticity.

Episode 93 – Kristen Anderson’s International Leadership Journey


Published: Thursday June 12, 2025
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Join Alycia Anderson in this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia as she interviews global advisor Kristen Anderson. From navigating cultural leadership to breaking barriers in boardrooms, Kristen shares a powerful journey shaped by resilience and advocacy. Discover how mentorship, sponsorship, and inclusive practices fuel leadership growth, and why listening is at the heart of true impact. This episode is a must-listen for changemakers and future leaders alike.

Episode 93 Transcript


Published: Thursday June 12, 2025
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On this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson welcomes global leader Kristen Anderson to explore inclusive leadership across cultures. From navigating power dynamics to advocating for boardroom diversity and disability inclusion, Kristen shares hard-earned wisdom from her international journey. This empowering conversation unpacks mentorship, advocacy, and how leaders can listen, adapt, and open doors for others, one conversation at a time.

FEATURED IN ACTION MAGAZINE: BELIEVING IN POSSIBLE


Published: Thursday June 5, 2025
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Alycia Anderson opens up in Action Magazine’s latest issue, sharing the five essentials she can’t live without, her life motto “Believe in possible,” and the personal journey that led her to become a global disability inclusion speaker. From her wheelchair to her advocacy, each detail reflects the power of embracing authenticity, purpose, and possibility. Dive into this inspiring feature celebrating lived experience, resilience, and representation that truly matters.

Episode 92 – Isaac Harvey MBE | Rise of a Disability Advocate


Published: Thursday June 5, 2025
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In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson engages with Isaac Harvey MBE, a prominent disability advocate and content creator from East London. Isaac shares his inspiring journey of overcoming challenges associated with limb pelvic hypoplasia, his leadership role in Wheels and Wheelchairs, and his impactful presence on LinkedIn. Their conversation delves into accessibility, community support, and the transformative power of storytelling in advocacy.

Episode 92 Transcript


Published: Thursday June 5, 2025
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In this inspiring episode, Alycia Anderson engages with Isaac Harvey MBE, a distinguished disability advocate and content creator from East London. Isaac shares his journey of overcoming challenges associated with limb pelvic hypoplasia, his rise as a LinkedIn influencer, and his role as president of Wheels and Wheelchairs. Their conversation delves into the importance of accessibility, community support, and the power of resilience in driving societal change.

Start Anticipating Accessibility Needs, Not Just Responding to Them


Published: Tuesday June 3, 2025
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True Inclusion Anticipates…Inclusion isn’t about reacting after someone is left out but it’s about thinking ahead so no one is. True inclusion anticipates accessibility needs before they’re ever requested. It’s proactive, thoughtful, and embedded into everything we do. True inclusion is when we lead with intention and create spaces that welcome everyone from the start. … read more… Start Anticipating Accessibility Needs, Not Just Responding to Them

From Lived Experience to Lasting Change: The Power of Disability Storytelling


Published: Saturday May 31, 2025
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Advocacy isn’t just about policies, statistics, or corporate initiatives. At its core, It’s about people. It’s about real, lived experiences that challenge perspectives and stimulate action. Facts may educate, but stories? Stories transform the way we understand the world in so many ways.We move beyond awareness into empathy, and from empathy into action. Storytelling gives … read more… From Lived Experience to Lasting Change: The Power of Disability Storytelling