Join us for "Inclusion Chats: A Discussion on Disability and Sexuality," a space where trauma-informed leaders come together to explore the intersection of disability, sexuality, and trauma sensitivity in an open and supportive environment. This engaging discussion aims to foster understanding, empathy, and inclusivity towards individuals with diverse abilities, sexual orientations, and past traumas. Through thought-provoking topics and shared experiences, we aim to gain valuable insights on creating a more inclusive society that embraces and supports all individuals, especially those who have experienced trauma. Let's cultivate a culture of compassion, awareness, and empowerment as we navigate the complexities of diversity and trauma-informed leadership.
Facilitator: Julie John, Integrate Product Owner and Co-Founder
Guest Speaker: Robin Mandell
Robin Mandell, RYT 500, is a writer, yoga teacher, and disability advocate/activist living in Seattle Washington.
Her work is rooted in anti-opression and disability justice principles, and yogic teachings on self-awareness. She has combined her skills in effective listening and coaching, her own experiences from 20 years of being a disabled and chronically ill yoga student, and yoga teacher trainings from some of the top trainers in the field to develop her specialty in teaching yoga to disabled and chronically ill adults.
She also writes about and teaches disability awareness and anti-ableist practices for healthcare, helping, and healing professionals.
She has presented on accessibility and disability competence to a variety of groups including yoga teachers, therapists and social workers, and grassroots educators and co-authored a chapter in a textbook for human service professionals.
In her spare time Robin enjoys attending symphony concerts with her spouse and mothering her rescue dog Annie.
