Author: alycia

Happy National Disability Employment Awareness Month!


Published: Monday October 2, 2023
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Happy National Disability Employment Awareness Month #NDEAM! Disability is a unique opportunity to showcase extraordinary abilities and redefine what it means to be awesome in the workplace. Empower yourselves and your employees with my microlearning series, Disabling Ableism. The modern pathway to inclusion.

Episode 15 – The Strength of Sisterhood 💪 | Meet Corinna, the Younger Sister ❤️


Published: Thursday September 28, 2023
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In this heartwarming episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, join Alycia and her younger sister, Corinna Busciglio, as they journey down memory lane. Discover how sibling bonds, support, and unique perspectives have shaped their lives. A Tale of Two Sisters Explore the dynamic between Alycia, a motivational speaker advocating for disability inclusion, and her younger … read more… Episode 15 – The Strength of Sisterhood 💪 | Meet Corinna, the Younger Sister ❤️

Episode 15 Transcript


Published: Thursday September 28, 2023
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Title:The Strength of Sisterhood 💪 | Meet Corinna, the younger sister ❤️ Subtitle:Alycia and Corinna’s Story of Sisterhood 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 … read more… Episode 15 Transcript

Society for Collegiate Travel and Expense Management Conference


Published: Tuesday September 26, 2023
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As a DEIA speaker, my business takes me all over the world. It is exciting, and through these travels I am experiencing new places, cultures and meeting all kinds of amazing people from so many different backgrounds and perspectives. The honor of impacting companies, organizations and the individuals associated with them in a positive, informative  … read more… Society for Collegiate Travel and Expense Management Conference

Episode 14 – A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller


Published: Thursday September 21, 2023
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Breaking Barriers with Music Get ready for an uplifting episode of “Pushing Forward with Alycia” as host Alycia Anderson welcomes the extraordinary Amy Wang-Hiller, a violin virtuoso who has transcended the boundaries of music and disability. Champion of Resilience Dive into Amy’s advocacy journey, where she fearlessly battles her genetic disorder, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and Postural … read more… Episode 14 – A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller

Episode 14 Transcript


Published: Thursday September 21, 2023
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Title:A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller Subtitle:Amy Wang-Hiller’s Inspirational Journey through Music and Disability 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 … read more… Episode 14 Transcript

Episode 13 Transcript


Published: Thursday September 14, 2023
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Title:The Beauty of Friendship | Alycia and Kerri Subtitle:United by Disabilities, Strengthened by Friendship 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 13 Transcript

Episode 13 – The Beauty of Friendship | Alycia and Kerri


Published: Thursday September 14, 2023
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The Beauty of Friendship In this heartfelt episode of “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” join Alycia Anderson and her special guest, Kerri A. Vanderbom, Ph.D., for a touching exploration of the profound impact of friendship, advocacy, and inclusivity. Alycia and Kerri’s friendship has stood the test of time, beginning in their college days at California State … read more… Episode 13 – The Beauty of Friendship | Alycia and Kerri

Embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through Raising Disability Awareness


Published: Monday September 11, 2023
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By Marsten Anderson The Alycia Anderson Company Staff In today’s rapidly evolving world, the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) cannot be overstated. As we strive for a more inclusive society, where everyone has opportunities to find their version of success, contentment, and purpose in life, it is crucial to recognize, acknowledge and address the unique … read more… Embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through Raising Disability Awareness