Personal Stories

This is the “why” for me!


Published: Wednesday July 26, 2023
Alycia and Annabelle on the red carpet meeting for the first time.

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.

Be Like Josh Foundation


Published: Saturday July 8, 2023
Alycia smiling with Josh in his wheelchair

The Be Like Josh Foundation, founded by Kimberly Elliot, advocates for dogs with neurological disabilities and promotes inclusion. Alycia Anderson highlights their work in supporting disability awareness, teaching empathy, and embracing imperfection through their outreach efforts. The foundation inspires others to practice inclusivity by encouraging everyone to be themselves.

An Amazing April


Published: Thursday May 5, 2022
alycia sitting in fron of a mural in phoenix arizona that says you are amazing while she is making the heart symbol with her hands

Last month was epic for my new found company’s journey into inclusion. On top of registering an official trademark for Disabling Ableism the Modern Pathway to Inclusion, I had the distinct honor to deliver five speeches to organizations that are promoting the allyship of disability inclusion in our world. It started with a speech to … read more… An Amazing April

#RiseUp2022


Published: Saturday January 1, 2022
alycia at ocean lifting her hands over her head

The last few years I have chosen a word of the year. This word helps me visualize my professional goals and guides me daily, motivating me and holding me accountable throughout the year. 2019 was YES – The goal: Challenge myself to say yes to any and all new opportunities that came my way. Result … read more… #RiseUp2022

Happy New Year!


Published: Friday December 31, 2021
what a year list of achievements for twenty twenty one

Today I sit in reflection of this past year and I’m filled with gratitude and I’m compelled to sincerely thank you. Thank you to those who have invited me to share my story and have provided a stage to make a positive impact towards a better and more inclusive tomorrow. Thank for every message of … read more… Happy New Year!

My disability is who I am.


Published: Friday December 3, 2021
alycia sitting on steps smiling and looking at her wheelchair

I was asked in an interview recently, “how did I learn to love my disability?” Truly it is just who I am. Just like everyone else here. I did not have a say in what form of life I would be given on this Earth, and just like everyone else here, I had to discover … read more… My disability is who I am.

My First Story Video


Published: Monday November 15, 2021
alycia looking up at the buildings on the streets of denver

“Advocating for each other is where inclusion starts.”  Here is a piece of “My Story.” A labor of love project dreamt up by my husband to help share my story with you.  Thanks to Colorfool Films a group of filmmakers who “believe stories change the world by telling stories in an authentic, cinematic and compassionate way to drive the biggest … read more… My First Story Video

My first speaking award! ♥️


Published: Friday November 5, 2021
alycia holding her appreciation trophy from accessibility plus 2021

My first speaking award! ♥️ Thank you so much Accessibility.com for this cute surprise!! Thank you for all the work you do to open up opportunities for all of us because without accessibility there is no inclusion.