Alycia Anderson speaks about how intersectionality and disability are crucial to embracing equity. She addresses the challenges disabled individuals face while highlighting the importance of understanding disability through multiple lenses. With a call to action for greater inclusion, Alycia’s perspective emphasizes that true equity means giving voice and agency to those who are often marginalized. The event provides valuable insights into overcoming barriers to disability inclusion.

Alycia Anderson was the keynote speaker at the Rhythm and Moves event, delivering her presentation “Disabling Ableism: The Modern Pathway to Inclusion” to physical education instructors. Rhythm and Moves is a program focused on physical and music education for schools. This event offered an opportunity for Alycia to directly impact students through advocacy and inclusion efforts, aligning with her mission to promote disability awareness and inclusive education.

IIDA EDI Hiring For Diversity event To kick off my advocacy work in August, I traveled to the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Southern California Chapter’s – IIDA EDI Hiring For Diversity event hosted in the heart of Los Angeles. This event was an incredible chance for members of IIDA and their guests to connect, … read more… IIDA – Hiring For Diversity

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.

Alycia reflects on the transformative experiences that inspire her to create impact through motivational speaking and advocacy. She acknowledges the power of resilience and the privilege of connecting with diverse audiences, sharing insights to help organizations champion inclusivity and diversity. This opportunity to motivate change is seen as a stepping stone in her continued commitment to disability rights and leadership in DEIA efforts.

Alycia Anderson expresses gratitude for the opportunity to speak at Manulife, sharing insights on disability inclusion and advocacy. She discusses the importance of creating accessible workplaces and driving systemic change for those with disabilities. Alycia’s presentation highlighted key strategies to foster an inclusive work culture, emphasizing the need for actionable solutions in DEI initiatives.