Next Step Advocacy

About Next Step Advocacy

The Next Step Advocacy Podcast is your go-to resource for parents of children and young adults with special needs. Each episode provides valuable insights through expert interviews, real-life stories, and practical advice, helping families discover new opportunities and resources available for their students. Whether you're looking for educational support, community services, or guidance on navigating the complexities of transitioning after graduation, this podcast offers a supportive space to learn, grow, and take the next step forward.

Publisher

Melanie Lieber

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Jan 2020

Latest episode

25 Aug 2025

Latest episodes

26 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Aug 2025

   Empowering Parents in the ABA Journey: Practical Tips for Families with Autism

   In this episode of the Next Step Advocacy Podcast, host Melanie Lieber sits down with Rima Kliore-Frederickson from Kyo ABA to unpack the role parents play in helping their children thrive with autism. From the importance of early connections and family involvement, to understanding generalization and collaborating with teachers and specialists, this conversation is filled with practical insights every parent can use. 💡 Whether you’re just beginning your journey with an autism diagnosis or looking for new ways to support your child at home, this episode will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and supported.

2. 

   15 May 2025

   I’m Back! Life Updates, Career Changes & Why IEP Advocacy Still Matters

   Host discusses their career change from special education teacher to launching Next Step Advocacy, emphasizing the continued importance of IEP advocacy and offering practical advice.

3. 

   27 May 2021

   Mentoring Autistic Minds with David Rivera!

   David Rivera discusses his non-profit, Mentoring Autistic Minds, and shares his personal experiences growing up, in this interview episode.

Who has been a guest on Next Step Advocacy

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• David Rivera
• Meera
• Fiona
• Tracey MacDonald
• an advocate

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

11 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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