Tag: DisablingAbleism

Pushing Forward with Alycia: Episode 3 – Disability Pride Month | Embracing Identity


Published: Thursday July 6, 2023
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In this episode, Alycia Anderson and her husband Marty explore the empowering nature of Disability Pride Month. They reflect on the Americans with Disabilities Act, discussing how celebrating disability pride can dismantle ableism and foster a more inclusive society. By embracing disability as a core part of one’s identity, they challenge the limitations often imposed on disabled individuals, promoting visibility, acceptance, and understanding.

Episode 1 – Meet Alycia Anderson | Disability Advocate


Published: Thursday June 29, 2023
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Welcome to Pushing Forward with Alycia! In today’s episode, meet Alycia Anderson, a fierce disability advocate and TedX speaker who is on a mission to empower change by disabling ableism. Alycia’s Journey to Disabling Ableism Prepare to be inspired as Alycia shares her personal story of resilience and overcoming the countless obstacles she has faced … read more… Episode 1 – Meet Alycia Anderson | Disability Advocate

Keynote Speaker at Wyoming Developmental Disabilities Conference


Published: Sunday June 11, 2023
Alycia wearing all black popping a wheelie in her wheelchair in an advertisement for Wyoming Developmental Disabilities Conference on June 8th.

Alycia Anderson delivered an impactful keynote at the Wyoming Developmental Disabilities Conference, where she emphasized disability inclusion, advocacy, and empowerment. Drawing on her experience, she inspired attendees to embrace diversity in their personal and professional lives. Her speech focused on overcoming challenges, promoting accessibility, and ensuring equal opportunities for people with disabilities. Alycia’s words resonated with participants and paved the way for positive change.

Intersectionality, Ableism, and Breaking the Glass Ceiling


Published: Thursday June 1, 2023
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“Intersectionality, Ableism, and Breaking the Glass Ceiling,” Alycia Anderson dives into the challenges of ableism and intersectionality. She highlights how systemic barriers prevent people with disabilities, particularly those from marginalized groups, from achieving equality in the workplace. The conversation emphasizes the importance of representation, equal opportunity, and breaking down the glass ceiling that limits career advancement for people with disabilities, advocating for true inclusivity.

2022 EBRG Program of the Year

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Alycia Anderson’s keynote speech “Intersectionality through the Lens of Disability” was awarded Sodexo’s EBRG Program of the Year Award for 2022. It highlighted her advocacy for diversity, equity, and inclusion. She discussed intersectionality and the importance of breaking down barriers for individuals with disabilities, particularly in the workplace. Alycia emphasized the need for inclusivity to drive real change, inspiring attendees with her personal story and powerful message on advancing disability rights and representation in corporate environments.

“Accessibility is Human”


Published: Wednesday May 10, 2023
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A great conversation about “Accessibility is Human” and how promoting the idea that accessibility is not just a technical issue, but a matter of human rights and inclusivity. Happy to be a part of this conversation and partner with Hummingbird Humanity and honored to share space with and learn from Catarina Rivera, MSEd, MPH, CPACC & Brian McComak, MSM, LGBTQ ❤️ … read more… “Accessibility is Human”

Disabling Ableism


Published: Wednesday May 3, 2023
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Alycia Anderson dives into the fight against ableism, exploring how we can dismantle societal barriers and challenge misconceptions about disability. In this piece, she advocates for shifting the narrative surrounding disabilities, promoting inclusivity and equality for all. Alycia emphasizes the power of collective action in reshaping mindsets and creating a more accessible world where everyone can thrive.

Accessibility in the workplace


Published: Tuesday April 11, 2023
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Creating an accessible workplace is vital for inclusion. Alycia Anderson outlines ways to promote accessibility, such as providing accommodations, conducting audits, and educating employees on disability awareness. By ensuring physical and digital spaces are accessible, employers foster a more diverse, innovative workforce. Accessibility is not just a legal responsibility but also an ethical one that promotes equality and inclusivity for all employees.

This Wheelchair Barbie is FINALLY getting representation!


Published: Sunday April 9, 2023
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Mattel’s creation of a wheelchair Barbie marks a significant step in representation for disabled individuals. This new Barbie reflects the growing demand for inclusivity in toys, offering children with disabilities a doll that mirrors their own experiences. The move aims to empower kids with disabilities, providing them with visibility and a sense of belonging. It’s a positive, forward-thinking representation in toy culture, challenging outdated stereotypes and promoting acceptance.

SKIMS Launches Adaptive Line Leads to Ableism & Advocacy Uproar


Published: Thursday March 30, 2023
ID: Three disabled models wearing nude color underwear sitting on a couch in a Skims ad.

SKIMS’ adaptive line launch ignited a conversation about inclusivity in fashion, but it also sparked controversy due to comments questioning the validity of adaptive clothing. Alycia Anderson highlights the importance of representing disabled people in mainstream media and how the inclusion of adaptive clothing challenges ableism and promotes innovation. Advocating for allyship, she emphasizes how such products benefit society as a whole, not just disabled individuals.