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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

33rd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)!


Published: Wednesday July 26, 2023
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Today, we come together to commemorate the 33rd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! A day of reflection, appreciation, and celebration of the incredible progress we’ve made in inclusion and accessibility for people with disabilities. The ADA, signed into law on July 26, 1990, and was a pivotal push towards equal rights and … read more… 33rd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)!

This is the “why” for me!


Published: Wednesday July 26, 2023
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This very moment right here is the “why” for me! I had the privilege of speaking at the Rollettes Experience about one week ago. While there, I had the amazing opportunity to meet so many young girls who attended the event. Each of them making their way through discovering who they are and what they … read more… This is the “why” for me!

Here are 8 Ways to Include Disability In DEI Efforts


Published: Thursday July 20, 2023
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Many people may not know that July is Disability Pride Month, a commemorative celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act being signed into law in 1990. That same year, Boston held the nation’s first Disability Pride Day. Since then, there have been regular celebrations across the country, from Los Angeles and San Francisco to New York City.

Pushing Forward with Alycia: Episode 5 – Disability, Inclusion & Healthcare | Ryann Mason


Published: Thursday July 20, 2023
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In today’s transformative episode of “Pushing Forward with Alycia“ Alycia welcomes Ryann Mason, a prominent Disability, Inclusion & Healthcare Nurse, advocate, and social media influencer. Ryann’s compelling journey with Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS), her dedication to the healthcare field, and her passion for advocacy reveal her story of resilience, adaptability, and unwavering determination. Ryann shares an … read more… Pushing Forward with Alycia: Episode 5 – Disability, Inclusion & Healthcare | Ryann Mason

Episode 5 Transcript


Published: Thursday July 20, 2023
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Title: Disability, Inclusion & Healthcare | Nurse and Social Media Influencer, Ryann Mason Subtitle: Ryann Mason shares her unique perspective on navigating disability in the healthcare industry 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 … read more… Episode 5 Transcript