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02. Inspiration for Inclusivity with Becky Curran Kekula


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🌺 Born into a family with no history of dwarfism: the entertainment industry and marketing as channels of change.  01:13

🌞 Working for the Actors Union in the Diversity Department and advocating on behalf of children with disabilities.  03:44

πŸ‘‘ Becky is the queen of perseverance. 05:35

🀩 Becky wants to see change before her child grows up and looks for a job. 07:34

πŸ˜‡ β€œThe hope is changing human behavior, giving people with disabilities a fair chance to participate in all aspects of society.” 08:13

πŸ‘‰ Making sure that disability is part of the DIE conversation. 10:56

πŸ” Becky emphasizes that people should build future relationships based on equity and inclusion, not worrying about past mistakes. 11:49

😳 Open your mind:  people are uncomfortable around people with disabilities. 12:46

🏫 Becky is excited about helping children have a smooth transition from elementary to middle school and high school. 13:43

❓ How to stop awkwardness in job interviews. 15:28

🀝 Forming a relationship: β€œBe kind and be willing to learn, ask questions, don't make assumptions.” 16:42


πŸ‘‰ Connect with AnnaMaria: www.linkedin.com/in/annamariabliven

🌞 Connect with Becky: www.beckymotivates.com

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PROSPERBy AnnaMaria Bliven