Category: Speeches

International Day of Persons with Disabilities


Published: Friday December 3, 2021
grace hill logo

Honored to have my friends at Grace Hill choose to feature my message of “Disabling Ableism: The Modern Pathway to Inclusion” today in recognition of International Day of Persons with Disabilities. “Harvard Business Review defines ableism as ‘a discrimination or social prejudice against people with disabilities based on the belief that typical abilities are superior.’ It is … read more… International Day of Persons with Disabilities

When the dots of the past align with the present.


Published: Tuesday November 9, 2021
image of alycia with students she spoke to at chico state university

I got to speak at California State University Chico my undergraduate alma mater today! Where the dots of my past fully aligned with my present. It’s the people, places and experiences that shape us and guide us. This was an absolute full circle day for me! This was a lovely day ♥️

Women Future Conference – Speaking on Overcoming Adversity


Published: Monday November 1, 2021
alycia will be a virtual speaker at the women future conference november first through the fifth

The #WomenFutureConference is a five-day virtual event for ambitious women in business happening virtually November 1-5. I am thrilled to be speaking about Overcoming Adversity. “You are the Hero of Your Story.” This conference is for women in all stages of their careers and life to learn, network, and be inspired. Other session topics include #MentalHealth and financial wellness, #ImposterSyndrome#WorkLifeBalance, #Mentorship, #Workplace#Diversity, … read more… Women Future Conference – Speaking on Overcoming Adversity

Abercrombie & Fitch


Published: Friday October 22, 2021
diversity equity belonging inclusion abercrombie and fitch company logo

I’m excited to share that I will be delivering my Disabling Ableism: The Modern Pathway to Inclusion speech to Abercrombie & Fitch at their Inclusive and Diversity Month Event virtually on October 26, 2021 followed by a live Question & Answer session.

Emceeing the AccessibilityPlus Virtual Conference!


Published: Tuesday October 12, 2021
alycia behind her desk holding a rainbow cup and smiling

Another day in the speaking office and LOVING it!! Join us October 12-14 for three days of virtual learning and engagement as industry leaders in accessibility and advocacy like legendary Judith Heumann, Caroline Casey, and more come together to talk about how and why businesses should empower #Accessibility. Day 1: Unlock the Potential of Assistive Technology … read more… Emceeing the AccessibilityPlus Virtual Conference!

California State University of Chico


Published: Wednesday September 15, 2021
carli ross and coworker holding hoola hoop and smiling

I will be delivering my Heart of Inclusion speech for the adapted physical education students at my alma mater “Chico State” on November 9, 2021. I cannot wait to share my messages on the inclusion and advancement of people with disabilities with them.

AccessibilityPlus 2021


Published: Sunday September 12, 2021
alycia being announced as mc at accessibility plus 2021

Join us October 12-14 for three days of virtual learning and engagement as industry leaders in accessibility and advocacy like legendary Judith Heumann, Caroline Casey, and more come together to talk about how and why businesses should empower accessibility! Agenda: Day 1: Unlock the Potential of Assistive Technology Day 2: Actionable Solutions for an Inclusive … read more… AccessibilityPlus 2021

AccessibilityPlus Virtual Event!


Published: Tuesday August 17, 2021
Alycia Anderson im the mc at AccessibilityPlus 2021 the global conference how businesses empower accessibility and why they should october twelth through fourteenth twenty twenty one link to accessibilityplus dot live

I will be MC’ing the AccessibilityPlus virtual event showcasing strategies on how to make your business more accessible. I cant think of a better way to take action during Disability Employment Awareness Month in October than attending this conference! Check out the event details and speaker lineup! AccessibilityPlus a virtual event showcasing how to make … read more… AccessibilityPlus Virtual Event!

#DONCON


Published: Saturday August 7, 2021
i am a proud doncon speaker

I was invited to speak at #DonCon this weekend on inclusion and accessibility rights. The theory of inclusion of people with disabilities is not possible without access so this is a VERY important conversation . This is an event put on by our youth. High school and college leaders and change-makers! #DONCON Mission: “In the age of … read more… #DONCON