Show Notes:

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron interviews Tracee Garner, an author, disability advocate, and wheelchair user. Tracee shares insights on redefining inclusion, the challenges of accessibility, and her journey as a writer. She emphasizes the importance of active outreach, breaking attitudinal barriers, and fostering independence for individuals with disabilities. The discussion highlights Tracee’s advocacy for better healthcare access, employment opportunities, and the inclusion of people with disabilities in all facets of life. Tracee also shares her passion for writing and mentoring new authors, encouraging listeners to contribute to an inclusive society.

Key Takeaways:

Active Inclusion: Accessibility isn't enough; actively invite and engage people with disabilities.

Advocacy Exhaustion: Advocacy is vital but can be tiring; support is essential.

Healthcare Gaps: Medical facilities must provide accessible equipment and trained staff.

Employment Benefits: Work reduces isolation and boosts independence for people with disabilities.

Parental Support: Foster autonomy in children with disabilities for long-term confidence and growth.

About the Guest(s):

Tracee Garner:

Tracee Lydia Garner is an international best-selling author of more than 20 books, a motivating speaker, humorous writer and book coach. This new and exciting series is an extension of the dynamic courses she’s created for several regional and national writing groups across the United States. Tracee writes fiction and nonfiction depicting African Americans triumphing over adversity and meeting success whether that be in love, or life pursuits and now aspiring and newly published authors, too. Tracee loves public speaking, teaching workshops, and talking about the craft of writing at every opportunity. She is the creator of Garner Solutions, LLC coaching new and aspiring writers, helping them through the sometimes-daunting task of writing and professionally publishing their books.  Despite being diagnosed at the age of two years old with Muscular Dystrophy, a neuromuscular disease that weaken your muscles over time, Tracee has defied all odds with her writing, and with creating a life she loves in spite of dealing with the severity of her chronic condition. She holds a BS in Communications and resides outside the DC metropolitan area with her family.

Tracee's definition of inclusion:

Inclusion is about more than removing barriers; it’s about actively inviting and empowering everyone to participate by creating intentional pathways to involvement.

Connect with Tracee:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TraceeLydiaGarner/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traceelydiagarner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracee-garner-8a99a72

Tracee’s Book: https://traceegarner.com/field-guide/

Website: https://traceegarner.com/

SPAM© Count:

Host:

Yes

Current Guest: 

No

Cumulative Guest Stats:

Yes - 15

No - 11

Hasn't tried it - 1

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