A data driven advocate for access, inclusion, and equity with a focus on outcome data. Soon to be Doctor of Higher Education- The University of Arizona.
July is disability pride month. I hope organizations use this time to reflect and ponder over their procedures, processes, and policies that perpetuate ableism in their workplaces. I often find that those who work within areas whose mission is to support, foster, and create inclusive environments through their advocacy work are the gatekeepers. Ironically, I've worked in environments designed to help disabled students but lack the same support for their disabled staff. For those who can make impactful changes at their organization, I ask that you not "other" disabled people because disability is a part of the human life cycle. Invite disabled people to the table and ask for their feedback/input. Disabled people must be included in the decision-making process. This is how you form inclusion. Too often, disabled folks are left out of the process until the end. Disabilty should never be an afterthought. #IAmDisabled #DisabledAndLiving #Accompliances #CoConspirators #InclusionIsTheSolution #TogetherWeCan
