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Content for Change: Amy Pohl on Using Humor to Champion Disability Rights

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On this special edition of Inclusion Revolution Radio and Spotlight Sessions from Special Olympics and accessiBe, disability advocate Amy Pohl joins hosts Josh Basile, from accessiBe, and Novie Craven to amplify the conversation around disability rights.

Amy has become a powerful voice for those living with chronic pain conditions, blending humor, heart and advocacy in a way that makes serious conversations about disability both accessible and empowering. From her background as a primary school teacher to her rise as a digital content creator, Amy inspires her community to navigate adversity, prioritize self-care and embrace positive mental health practices. In this episode, Amy shares her journey of turning challenges into triumphs, offering valuable insights - all while encouraging us to laugh, live and thrive.

Tune in to hear how we can all become champions for change and inclusion, and work towards a world where everyone can flourish, regardless of ability.

This episode is brought to you by Toyota North America—a proud supporter of Special Olympics and mobility for all. Toyota has supported Special Olympics Unified Sports® activities in both the U.S. and Japan since 2017, modeling a shared vision for a more inclusive world—one that brings people of all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities together to thrive. At Toyota, employees belong to an inclusive team built on collaboration, flexibility, and respect.

IRR: Amy Pohl, Disability Advocate
Download the transcriptWelcome to our special edition of Inclusion Revolution Radio and Spotlight Sessions from Special Olympics and accessiBe. It’s an exclusive series of conversations, where we talk about all things inclusion, sport and accessibility. In this episode, we speak with Amy Pohl, a disability activist, comedian and former primary school teacher who creates entertaining and informative social media content about overcoming adversity and flourishing. Through her platform, Amy raises awareness about overcoming adversity, fosters a sense of community, and advocates for better accessibility. Read more about Amy Pohl on Using Humor to Champion Disability RightsGet this podcast on: Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Amazon Music/Audible • iHeart • PodBean

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