Welcome to another impactful episode of The Association 100 podcast. Today, we're joined by Samyuktha Neeraja, State Associations Relations Manager II at the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology and a passionate advocate for DEI and disability inclusion. Samyuktha shares her inspiring journey and offers valuable insights on promoting inclusivity within associations.

Key Highlights:

Career Journey: Samyuktha traces her path in the association management industry, describing her fall into the association world as a happy accident and emphasizing her role in providing governance and leadership support to state associations.

Personal Advocacy: As a South Asian woman with dwarfism, Samyuktha discusses how her personal experiences have fueled her commitment to DEI and disability advocacy.

Overcoming Misconceptions: She addresses common misconceptions about disability inclusion in the workplace and shares strategies for associations to actively engage and support both staff and members with disabilities.

Intersectionality: Samyuktha highlights the importance of recognizing intersectionality within DEI initiatives, enriching association culture with diverse perspectives.

Practical Implementations: Learn how associations can effectively implement DEI practices, from policy changes to creating inclusive environments that empower all members.

Join us as Samyuktha Neeraja offers invaluable lessons on fostering an inclusive culture within associations, ensuring that every member has a voice and a place.

Resources:

Podcast: A Little PerspectiveBook Series: A Little

Perspective, Real Stories of Little Ladies

Blog: Just a Little Traveling

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