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.
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.
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.
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
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
The 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a moment to reflect on the progress made toward accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. Signed into law in 1990, the ADA aimed to eliminate discrimination and provide equal opportunities. Despite significant advancements, there is still work to be done to break down remaining barriers and continue the advocacy for a more accessible world.
Alycia Anderson reflects on her moment at the Rollettes Experience, where she met Annabelle, a 13-year-old girl who had recently watched Alycia’s TEDx talk and even presented it at school. This encounter reminded Alycia of her own journey and reignited her mission to break barriers for future generations, empowering them to see their potential and make a difference.
Alycia Anderson appeared on Inman News’ video blog with Rachael Hite to discuss ableism and its impact in the housing industry. They emphasize the importance of awareness and education in combatting ableism and fostering inclusive experiences for people with disabilities. Their conversation highlights key issues surrounding accessibility and the need for professionals to better serve disabled clients and colleagues in housing and beyond.
At the 2023 Rollettes Experience, Alycia Anderson shared the spotlight with powerful women, including Andrea Dalzell and Mary Zendejas, as part of the “Game Changer” panel. They explored challenges and triumphs in careers as disabled women, discussing how disabilities empower and enrich lives. The event also featured a private session with young women, fostering community, empowerment, and redefining success in a world often underestimating their abilities.
I have been following Ryann Mason For quite a while and I am a huge fan! So, it was super exciting when she agreed to be a guest for an episode on Pushing Forward with Alycia, because I knew that having her on the podcast would be an episode filled with wisdom, laughter, and meaningful … read more… Episode 5: Ryann Mason (“Chronically Ry”) | Disability Inclusion
