Parenting Impossible – The Special Needs Survival Podcast

Raja Marhaba: A Mother's Fight for Special Education Justice


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Hold your breath as you plunge into an awe-inspiring journey with Raja Marhaba, Special Education Advocate, Author (UNSTOPPABLE), and Founder of The Jonathan Foundation for Children with Learning Disabilities. Embark on a monumental David and Goliath journey that showcases a mother's determination in the face of adversity. Raja's struggles with a broken special education system and her relentless pursuit of justice for her children are nothing short of extraordinary. Hear her riveting story as she fearlessly battled her way to the Ninth Circuit Federal Court and bear witness to the sacrifices she made for her children's rights. She documents her experience and what she learned in her book, Unstoppable: A Parents' Survival Guide for Special Education Services with an IEP or 504 Plan. Travel further down Marhaba's 26-year journey as she highlights the pitfalls and power dynamics of a faulty special education system. Feel the weight of the financial costs and the resilience required for navigating these murky waters. This episode unfolds the strength of a parent's love, shedding light on the lengths one will go to ensure their child's right to a free and appropriate education. Marhaba's compelling narrative serves as a beacon of hope for those embarking on a similar path. Her tireless community service has been recognized through awards including The 2021 The Diane Lipton Award, The Daily Point of Light Award, and the Prestigious Marquis Who's Who Biographical Registry. Finally, you'll be privy to her transformative journey from middle-class living to becoming a relentless advocate for education. Learn about the faith that kept her going, her pro bono work, and involvement in the fight against child trafficking. Join us to revel in the power of advocacy and resilience. This is an episode that is bound to leave you inspired and educated. Connect with Raja Marhaba: Website: https://thejonathanfoundation.org and https://unstoppableadvocacy.com/About Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheJonathanFoundation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejonathanfoundation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raja-marhaba-5a985b14 

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