Above & Beyond The Accessibility and Inclusion Podcast. Bringing the message of disability inclusion to the forefront. Bridging the gap to accessibility & inclusion, Join hosts, Anthony Frisina & Maddy Dever, The Autistic Rambler weekly as they share their lived experience, their insights into both the problems people with disabilities encounter, as well as the solutions that can foster positive change.

Above and Beyond - The Accessibility and Inclusion Podcast
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Above & Beyond The Accessibility and Inclusion Podcast. Bringing the message of disability inclusion to the forefront. Bridging the gap to accessibility & inclusion, Join hosts, Anthony Frisina & Maddy Dever, The Autistic Rambler weekly as they share their lived experience, their insights into both the problems people with disabilities encounter, as well as the solutions that can foster positive change.
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January 15, 2025
Breaking Down Barriers: Advocacy for Disability Rights in 2025 #disability #accessibility
Anthony Frisina and Maddy Dever, The Autistic Rambler, discuss the reality of accessibility in Ontario, highlighting the challenges and strategies for creating a barrier-free world and advocating for disability rights.

January 8, 2025
A New Year, A New Perspective on #Accessibility - #disabilityrights in 2025
<p>In this episode of the Above and Beyond the Accessibility and Inclusion podcast, hosts <strong>Anthony Frisina and Maddy Dever,</strong> <a href="https://autisticrambler.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Autistic Rambler,</a> reflect on the transition into 2025, discussing the ongoing challenges and successes in accessibility advocacy. They emphasize the importance of recognizing positive changes while continuing to push for further improvements. The conversation covers the need for actionable advocacy, the significance of addressing attitudes towards disability, and the political landscape affecting disability rights. They also discuss expectations for the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) and the upcoming Canada Disability Benefit, highlighting the importance of community engagement and collaboration in driving change.</p> <p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p> <ul> <li>We have reached January 2025, a significant milestone.</li> <li>Kudos should be given when progress is made in accessibility.</li> <li>Advocacy requires both recognition of challenges and celebration of wins.</li> <li>The past 20 years have been a journey towards accessibility.</li> <li>Manifesting change is essential for the new year.</li> <li>Advocacy must involve people with disabilities in decision-making.</li> <li>Attitudes towards disability need to change for real progress.</li> <li>Political engagement is crucial for advancing disability rights.</li> <li>The Canada Disability Benefit is set to launch in July 2025.</li> <li>Community support and allyship are vital for advocacy efforts.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Follow us on Social Media at</strong></p> <p><a href="https://fb.com/aboveandbeyond.anthonyfrisina" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://fb.com/aboveandbeyond.anthonyfrisina</a></p> <p><a href="https://x.com/anthony_frisina" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/anthony_frisina</a></p> <p><a href="https://fb.com/autisticrambler" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://fb.com/autisticrambler</a></p> <p><a href="https://instagram.com/mattjdever" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://instagram.com/mattjdever</a></p> <p><a href="https://x.com/mattjdever" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/mattjdever</a></p> <p>And our new website <a href="https://abovebeyondpodcast.ca/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://abovebeyondpodcast.ca</a></p> <p>And our individual websites</p> <p><a href="https://anthonyfrisina.ca" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://anthonyfrisina.ca</a></p> <p><a href="https://autisticrambler.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://autisticrambler.com</a></p> <p>Chapters</p> <p>00:00 - Welcome to 2025: A New Era of Accessibility</p> <p>02:20 - Kudos to Progress: Celebrating Small Wins</p> <p>05:08 - Advocacy in Action: Setting Goals for Change</p> <p>07:10 - Manifesting Change: New Year, New Opportunities</p> <p>09:35 - Challenging Attitudes: The Key to Accessibility</p> <p>12:11 - The ODSP Dilemma: Navigating Disability Benefits</p> <p>15:00 - Political Landscape: Elections and Advocacy</p> <p>17:30 - Looking Ahead: What to Expect in 2025</p> <p>#accessibility, #advocacy, #disabilityrights, #2025, #New Year resolutions, #ODSP, #CanadaDisabilityBenefit, #inclusion</p> <p><br /></p>

January 4, 2025
Countdown to #Accessibility: A Celebration??? Day 1 - 12 Days of #AODA #accountability #disability
<p>In this episode of Above and Beyond the Accessibility and Inclusion Podcast, hosts <strong>Anthony Frisina and Maddy Dever</strong>, <a href="https://autisticrambler.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Autistic Rambler</a>, “celebrate” the upcoming full accessibility deadline under the AODA while discussing the realities of accessibility in Ontario. They emphasize the need for urgent action, the role of allies, and the importance of autonomy and agency for individuals with disabilities. The conversation culminates in a call to action for a barrier-free future, highlighting the necessity of collaboration and accountability in achieving true accessibility.</p> <p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p> <ul> <li><p>Celebrating the milestone of full accessibility under AODA is significant.</p> </li> <li><p>Expectations for immediate change in accessibility may be unrealistic.</p> </li> <li><p>Urgency is needed in addressing accessibility issues, not just patience.</p> </li> <li><p>Allies play a crucial role in advocating for accessibility.</p> </li> <li><p>Individuals with disabilities must have autonomy and agency in decisions affecting them.</p> </li> <li><p>The community needs to be involved in creating accessibility plans.</p> </li> <li><p>Accountability is essential for enforcing accessibility standards.</p> </li> <li><p>The phrase 'nothing about us without us' emphasizes the need for inclusion.</p> </li> <li><p>An aggressive approach is necessary to address long-standing accessibility issues.</p> </li> <li><p>The time for action is now, and collaboration is key to success.</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Follow us on Social Media </strong>at</p> <p><a href="https://fb.com/aboveandbeyond.anthonyfrisina" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://fb.com/aboveandbeyond.anthonyfrisina</a></p> <p><a href="https://x.com/anthony_frisina" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/anthony_frisina</a></p> <p><a href="https://fb.com/autisticrambler" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://fb.com/autisticrambler</a></p> <p><a href="https://instagram.com/mattjdever" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://instagram.com/mattjdever</a></p> <p><a href="https://x.com/mattjdever" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/mattjdever</a></p> <p><strong>And our new website</strong> <a href="https://abovebeyondpodcast.ca/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://abovebeyondpodcast.ca</a></p> <p>And our individual websites</p> <p><a href="https://anthonyfrisina.ca" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://anthonyfrisina.ca</a></p> <p><a href="https://autisticrambler.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://autisticrambler.com</a></p> <p><strong>Chapters</strong></p> <p>00:00 - Celebrating Accessibility Milestones</p> <p>03:32 - Expectations vs. Reality of Accessibility</p> <p>04:38 - The Urgency for Action</p> <p>07:49 - The Role of Allies in Accessibility</p> <p>10:05 - The Importance of Autonomy and Agency</p> <p>11:57 - Call to Action for a Barrier-Free Future</p> <p>#Accessibility, #Inclusion, #AODA, #DisabilityRights, #Advocacy, #Ontario, #Barrier-Free, #Autonomy, #Agency, #Allyship</p>
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