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What does inclusion mean, in the education setting? Is there data that supports inclusive education for individuals with Down syndrome? In this week's episode of the Towards a Kinder Public Podcast, Emily Mondschein, Executive Director at GiGi's Playhouse Buffalo NY, and member of the National Down Syndrome Society and Down Syndrome Education International inclusive education working group, explains the story behind the first inclusive education document for Down syndrome in the United States, which she also presented to the United States Congress. To listen to this episode now and find out more about the topics mentioned in the episode: https://lnkd.in/eE5kQPyC You can also search for us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube (with captioning). #downsyndrome #downsyndromeawareness #gigisplayhouse #gigisbelieves #generationG #downsyndromeachievement #disabilityinclusion #designforall #inclusivity #accessibility #disabilityawareness #disabilityrights #literacyforall

Calling all educators, parents, and advocates! Prepare to be blown away by Nicole Santiago's profound insights on neurodiversity. Her game-changing episode on Don't IEP Alone is a must-listen! Brace yourself for a remarkable perspective on education, leadership, and embracing neurodiversity. Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion! Join us tomorrow at 5 am on YouTube and other podcast platforms #advocacy #makeadifference #neurodiversity #DontIEPAlone #podcast

Takeaways from @Arie Werder's Part 2 podcast episode Self-advocacy is crucial for students with disabilities to access support in college & beyond. Arie shares how building resilience and self-belief is essential for overcoming challenges & succeeding in education. https://buff.ly/3waKKJT

In our latest podcast episode, we delve into an inspiring narrative of a grandparent's transformative journey through empathy and advocacy. Faced with challenges in supporting their granddaughter, they embarked on a path of education and understanding, leading to powerful personal and familial advocacy. This story underscores the significance of empathy, emotional intelligence, and the impact of advocating for others as a form of self-growth. A must-listen for anyone interested in family support and personal development dynamics. #EmotionalIntelligence #FamilySupport #PersonalGrowth Full episode link: https://lnkd.in/grqTJYa4

Raising Independent Thinkers: Nurturing Individuality in Kids Watch the latest episode of the Falling for Learning Podcast - https://lnkd.in/gu6CR3vb. Discover how to foster critical thinking and individuality in children. Learn the importance of embracing their unique qualities and interests, rather than conforming to societal expectations. Engage with your children to understand their perspectives and stay connected with their evolving identities. #IndependentThinkers #NurturingIndividuality #CriticalThinkingSkills #RaisingKids #EmbraceUniqueness #ChildDevelopment #ParentingTips #IndividualityMatters #StayConnected #EmbracingDifferences

Tune in to the latest episode of Changing Platforms podcast, hosted by the amazing Alka Bromiley! EP105 - Conversations with Megan Fuciarelli: Educating on JEDI - Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion In this episode, Megan Fuciarelli, the founder and chief empowerment officer of US² Consulting delves into her personal journey involving struggles with bullying, and aspects of her childhood that shaped her worldview. We talk about the role of the education system in teaching about social justice and biases. Megan also discusses her newly released book titled ‘Metamorphustice™: From Savior to CHANGEmaker Stages of Justice Reform. She reveals her passion for empowering individuals and society to learn about and embrace diversity in all its facets. The conversation emphasizes the role everyone can play in fostering inclusive societies, emphasizing the need to avoid a ‘right versus wrong’ approach, highlighting that the goal is to gain and share understanding of diverse perspectives for a more inclusive society. Available now on Spotify, link in bio or click the following link: https://lnkd.in/gm_6-Vbn #MeganFuciarelli #Metamorphustice #US2Inc #US2Consulting #US2 #socialJustice #equity #diversity #inclusion #justice #changemaker #CHANGEmaker #author #changingplatforms #alkabromiley #inspire2 #spotifyforpodcasters #podcast #podcastinterview

What does inclusion mean, in the education setting? Is there data that supports inclusive education for individuals with Down syndrome? In this week's episode of the Towards a Kinder Public Podcast, Emily Mondschein, Executive Director at @gigisplayhousebuffalo, and member of the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) @ndssorg and Down Syndrome Education International (DSEI) @dse.international inclusive education working group, explains the story behind the first inclusive education document for Down syndrome in the United States, which she also presented to the United States Congress. To listen to this episode now and find out more about the topics mentioned in the episode, see link in bio. You can also search for us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube (with captioning). #downsyndrome #downsyndromeawareness #gigisplayhouse #gigisbelieves #generationG #downsyndromeachievement #disabilityinclusion #designforall #inclusivity #accessibility #disabilityawareness #disabilityrights

Sometimes as parents we take our role too far and can break our child's spirit. Today, I talk about this on my podcast. Check it out. #parenting #discipline #respect #advocacy #ally #selfesteem #podcasting #blogging #wordpress

New episode of Ellisons Connects🎙 is live! In this episode, we will be discussing Autism, Family Law and what we as a society can learn about the Autistic Person in 2024 with MaryCarmel Wilson, Senior Associate within the Family team, Partner, Andrew Fernandes and our guest speaker, Jo Dunne from the Autism Training Network. Listen to the podcast here - https://lnkd.in/eJMPcB-B #EllisonsConnects #Podcast #LegalPodcast #AutismAwareness #FamilyLaw

New podcast episode! 🚨🎧 Exploring the intersection of education and advocacy with Elin and Christina in this episode! 🎙️ Join us as we delve into their experiences with Black and brown educator affinity groups, with a spotlight on Christina's deep dive into the world of Ethnic Studies programs and graduation requirements. From curriculum to pacing, teacher experiences, and the impact on schools and communities, we uncover how this educational journey ventures into the realm of politics. 📚✊ Tune in for an insightful discussion that goes beyond the classroom! #educationforchange #EthnicStudies #AdvocacyInEducation