Disability Dialogues
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you don’t know what to do or say because you don’t have any background knowledge or prior experiences? Welcome to Disability Dialogues! This is a bi-weekly podcast that spreads awareness about individuals with disabilities. I am your host Kimberly Walljasper, and together we will explore inclusion through expert interviews as well as personal stories. Whether you have experience with individuals with disabilities or not, this podcast is here to provide you with resources so that you can be educated in this area and build meaningful connections. As a pre-service special education teacher with over eight years of experience working with various nonprofits like the Penguin Project, Spectrum Project, and Best Buddies, I’ve had the privilege of learning firsthand about the diverse challenges and triumphs faced by individuals with disabilities. From navigating the early days of volunteering to becoming deeply involved in advocacy, I’ve gained valuable insights into inclusion, adaptability, and understanding. This journey has taught me the importance of patience, perseverance, and building genuine connections. I understand the concerns you may have because I’ve walked that path myself, learning and growing alongside the incredible individuals I’ve had the honor to support. Through my experience with individuals with disabilities, I discovered the incredible capabilities within every person, regardless of their challenges. This realization changed how I view inclusion, teaching me that everyone has a unique voice and story that deserves to be heard. This led me to start my podcast, where I can spotlight those stories and amplify voices often overlooked. Now, I want to share these powerful insights, personal triumphs, and practical guidance with you, helping to foster understanding and a more inclusive world for all. So, if you’re ready to make a change in the community, subscribe to Disability Dialogues.
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Episodes
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Monday Dec 16, 2024
In this episode, Kimberly and her guest Lori discuss Penguin Project and Penguin Players and how their roles as mentors provided them a better understanding of individuals with disabilities.
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Monday Dec 16, 2024
In this episode, Kimberly discusses important things to keep in mind when interacting with individuals with disabilities.
Friday Dec 13, 2024
Friday Dec 13, 2024
In this episode, Kimberly and her guest Sara Petersen, who is a future speech-language pathologist, discuss nonverbal communication. Sara shares how she got her start with inclusion and insightful information about SLPs, ASL, and much more!
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Join me as I discuss definitions, various perspectives, and common misconceptions.
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Join me as I share how I got my start being an advocate for inclusion.
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
If you're ready to make a change in the community and learn more about individuals with disabilities, tune into Disability Dialogues.