Open Mic Podcast

Episode 23: Chronic Illness Visibility Advocate | Humans Rights & Hispanic Studies


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In Episode 23, Caroline is joined by the incredible Katy Brennan, a junior at Columbia studying Hispanic Studies and Human Rights on the pre-law track. Katy was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS; genetic connective tissue condition) in high school and has used writing as a means of promoting chronic illness visibility. Since high school, she has gained extensive experience in advocacy through her involvements in organizations such as Diversability and the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions. Tune in to learn more about disability rights, illness narratives, and navigating college!

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