Ready for Take Off: Mission for Accessible Air Travel & Disability Advocacy, with Mindy Henderson

Episode Highlights: Mindy Henderson, a powerful advocate for disability rights and the Director & Editor-In-Chief of MDA's Quest Media. Mindy shares her journey of breaking barriers in the skies, working tirelessly to make air travel more accessible for wheelchair users and the broader disability community. She delves into practical tips for navigating travel with a wheelchair-using child, explains the importance of universal design, and discusses how sharing your story can be a catalyst for change. Mindy also talks about her book, The Truth About Things That Suck, and the role of mindset in overcoming adversity. Packed with inspiration and actionable advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to make the world more accessible, one step—or one flight—at a time. Links: Connect with Mindy Henderson on LinkedIn: LinkedIn Profile Learn more about MDA Quest: mdaquest.org Mindy's book - The Truth About Things That Suck: Amazon Link Tammy Duckworth - Every Day is a Gift: Amazon Link Get Involved and Take Action: Share your story on social media to raise awareness. Join disability advocacy groups to support accessible travel policies. Tune in and join us in supporting accessible, inclusive travel! Airplane Travel Tips from a One Million Mile Traveler The recent passage of the FAA Reauthorization Act

Fecha de Publicación: 14 de noviembre de 2024

Duración: 37 min