“The Accessible Icon Project is an ongoing work of design activism. It starts with a graphic icon, free for use in the public domain, and continues its work as a collaboration among people with disabilities and their allies toward a more accessible world.”

So what happens when you are a dancer, professionally or in training and you suddenly and unexpectedly become paralyzed? Well, that is the story of our next guest, who went on to fulfill a destiny that will change how many view people with disabilities and often, how they view themselves through the power of dance.

Gina, a C-5/6 quadriplegic, describes herself as a “politically incorrect foodie who is an equal opportunity offender" and while some may not agree with her robust and impassioned stance on issues, she has certainly earned the right to them.

You will learn the powerful story of how Jennifer Lynn Adams came to be raised in her adoptive family to think nothing was impossible, yet how this innocent and carefree little girl then faced the most brutal bullying once she was part of the public school system in middle school. How this and darker and deeply painful incidences to come affected her psyche and physical health and how she has found the strength to use these experiences to fight back, not only for her self-esteem that others tried to take from her but for others who may find themselves in this situation.

Ethan provides raw and deeply personal revelations about his frame of mind after the accident that will move you and teach a powerful lesson on overcoming and accepting oneself. He also gives us an inside look into his impressive story of achieving great success in business, and how he has finally learned the important balance between work and home life.

This uniquely courageous woman has a story to tell, a story in the making, and a future that is something we will all want to bookmark and follow. Not only is she drop dead gorgeous, she is the classic girl next door-sweet, sexy, smart, and quite the package! She has a smile that brightens up the room and she is every sailor's and soldier's dream. She is a girl's girl too. The kind of girl that would be voted sorority president and will no doubt one day be voted PTA president too.

This truly remarkable lady has made a decision that defies what most feel is practical, plausible or even possible. She decided that she wanted a baby and didn't need a man or an able body to get one. She has a network, support, pure determination, and a well-researched plan to become a Mother at 32. Did I mention she is a quadriplegic? And Single? This is a planned pregnancy, one that was chosen and created with the assistance of a sperm donor and Artificial Fertilization.

Her story is a true testament to what can be achieved by applying an intellectual and creative approach to overcoming what physical limitations one may have, and then making what most would think impossible to be simply doable.

Listen to her describe the harrowing story of her injury, how she is doing dating again, and how she manages her now 16-month-old baby.

Read More in our previous article about Jen pre-baby!

Tricia Downing is a woman who is driven, classy, accomplished, and looks to demonstrate the concept of "mental toughness" to help others achieve great things.

Not only a Paralympian athlete she is a speaker, author ("Cycle of Hope"), and a creator of many worthwhile projects.

Her projects include:

She's Got Grit TV - A unique online show consisting of 3 minute episodes about female athletes with disabilities who compete at the highest levels.

Camp Discovery - A 2 1/2 day camp for woman who are full-time wheelchair users.

Tricia was injured on September 17, 2000, when a car hit her while she was cycling as a part of her rigorous training to compete in cycling events. Up until then, she had competed in 18 events in 22 days across the country as a competitive road and track cyclist.

Tricia shares her personal story, and you will learn:

What has been the draw for her before her accident and now to sports and athletics.

Her best advice to stay healthy and injury free.

From an athletes' perspective, how one trains your mind to be strong and persevere.

Some advice for our readers on how to gain the discipline she has mastered in sports and life.

What she attributes her success to and what drives her.

Other than her accident, the other areas she has needed mental toughness to overcome challenges.

The challenges she hears from others that we need to address as a community of people with disabilities.

The discrimination she's experienced as a woman in relationships and business due to her disability.

What we can do to overcome discrimination for ourselves and others.

Camp Discovery: When it was founded and how participants get selected to attend.

You can learn more at:

http://triciadowning.com/

+1 (303) 358-2768

Sabrina has become a Miami Beach Celebrity as this powerhouse beauty has raised the awareness of the value of inclusive communities with her many projects.  First, her Foundation, having spent 10 years raising money for SCI research, has now also spearheaded an inclusive playground and her infamous Sabrina's Beach Project. This has opened the world of sun and sand to those in the community and tourists around the world who needed access to this gorgeous destination beach in wheelchairs or mobility devices.

You will want to learn more about her work as a certified life coach (with a personal impromptu coaching session with our Host!), and now a Realtor who feels her life has come full circle as she has found that gratifying space where she can be both financially successful and help others in the process. We will share how she can assist those who want to get out of the cold and find rentals and homes that will meet their specific needs.

Sabrina, a 25-year post-SCI thriver, from an age 15 Motor Vehicle accident with a c 3-4-5 injury, who now functions at a level C-6-7, graduated with a double major in communications/advertising and Phycology from the University of Miami.

Want to visit Sabrina's Beach in Miami? Join us for the Women on Wheels Empowerment Retreat & Conference 2020 in May! On day 4, we'll be taking part in an adapted beach experience by the Sabrina Cohen Foundation.

Links:

Realestate:http://www.sabrinacohenliving.comhttp://www.sabrinacohenhomes.com/about/

Foundation:http://www.sabrinacohenfoundation.org

Personal/Life Coaching: http://www.sabrinacohen.com

If you are tired of people parking illegally, and we KNOW YOU ARE! This empowering interview with Mack Marsh of ParkingMobility.com will give you all you need to know to learn how you can take into your hands, the solution: awareness, enforcement, and education. 15 Years of work has gone into this app that is available to download on the Parking Mobility webpage, iTunes or Google Play for Android. This enables you and your community volunteers to document and send the photos of violator whose vehicles are parked illegally.

Mack is a C-6 complete quadriplegic from a swimming pool dive, a graduate of New Orleans's University with a degree in Business, a proud father of two boys 16 and 20, and currently divorced and living in Austin, TX (take note single ladies!)

You can reach Mack at 512-981-9628.

Ali Ingersoll is a delightful and beautiful young woman who is famous for her China Quad Diaries where she documented her fascinating trek to China for spinal surgery that would not be attempted in the United States.