

In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' host Alycia converses with Leah Kaplan, an adaptive athlete and fervent advocate for disability inclusion. Leah shares her remarkable journey from an orphanage in China to becoming an empowered individual. She discusses her congenital disability, her advocacy driven by her mother, and her passion for adaptive sports. The discussion touches on Leah’s perspective on self-advocacy, her career in special education, and her intense yet rewarding journey toward the Paralympics. Leah’s story provides a riveting look at resilience, the importance of community, and the power of embracing one's identity.
😂 Finding Humor in Adversity: A Unique Perspective
♿ Disability: Bridging the Gap of Diversity
💪 Empowerment Through Advocacy: A Life-Changing Moment
🌍 Inspiration Through Inclusion: A Voice for Change
🎭 Bringing Laughter and Light to Special Education
🏅 Beyond Limits: Strength of Adaptive Athletics
🚀 Room for Improvement: Embrace the Journey
❤️ Find Your Passion, Not Pressure
🔥 Resilient Action: We Can Do Anything!
00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia
00:26 Meet Leah Kaplan: Advocate and Athlete
01:51 Leah's Early Life and Adoption Story
03:08 Growing Up with a Disability
04:33 Discovering Advocacy and Sports
10:29 High School Empowerment and Career Path
13:17 Impactful Teaching Moments
17:06 Journey to Becoming a Paralympic Athlete
20:24 Mental Health and Overcoming Challenges
24:35 Advice for the Younger Generation
27:23 Conclusion and Future Goals
Leah on LinkedIn | Nubbin2SeeHere Instagram | Nubbin2SeeHere on TikTok
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In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' host Alycia converses with Leah Kaplan, an adaptive athlete and fervent advocate for disability inclusion. Leah shares her remarkable journey from an orphanage in China to becoming an empowered individual. She discusses her congenital disability, her advocacy driven by her mother, and her passion for adaptive sports. The discussion touches on Leah’s perspective on self-advocacy, her career in special education, and her intense yet rewarding journey toward the Paralympics. Leah’s story provides a riveting look at resilience, the importance of community, and the power of embracing one's identity.
😂 Finding Humor in Adversity: A Unique Perspective
♿ Disability: Bridging the Gap of Diversity
💪 Empowerment Through Advocacy: A Life-Changing Moment
🌍 Inspiration Through Inclusion: A Voice for Change
🎭 Bringing Laughter and Light to Special Education
🏅 Beyond Limits: Strength of Adaptive Athletics
🚀 Room for Improvement: Embrace the Journey
❤️ Find Your Passion, Not Pressure
🔥 Resilient Action: We Can Do Anything!
00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia
00:26 Meet Leah Kaplan: Advocate and Athlete
01:51 Leah's Early Life and Adoption Story
03:08 Growing Up with a Disability
04:33 Discovering Advocacy and Sports
10:29 High School Empowerment and Career Path
13:17 Impactful Teaching Moments
17:06 Journey to Becoming a Paralympic Athlete
20:24 Mental Health and Overcoming Challenges
24:35 Advice for the Younger Generation
27:23 Conclusion and Future Goals
Leah on LinkedIn | Nubbin2SeeHere Instagram | Nubbin2SeeHere on TikTok
Share Feedback with Alycia About the Podcast | Follow Alycia on Instagram | Connect with Alycia on LinkedIn | Book Alycia for a Speaking Event | Inquire on How Alycia Can Train Your Employees in Disabling Ableism | Buy Alycia’s DEIA Micro Learning Video Series
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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