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The Inclusion Effect

Anna Kohl
Down Syndrome
Disability Advocacy
IEP
Inclusion In the Workforce
Ataxia Telangiectasia
Dear Mom Conference
Disability
Special Education
Matthew Schwab Speaks
Portland, United States
Mental Health
FAPE
Total Communication
Rare Disease Day
AT Children's Project
Chicago, United States
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Self-C Care
Advocacy
Inclusion

Side effects of this podcast may include: joy, advocacy, and inclusion! Join host and disability parent Anna Kohl as she talks to guests about advocacy, parenting, and all things disability and medical.

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In this episode, I chat with Jaycie right after she got back from the Dear Mom conference in southern California! Jaycie is the mom of a child with Down syndrome, and she got to take a weekend to meet with other disability parents, meet some of our f... more

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Join me and guest Cameron Cornell as we discuss disability advocacy, the journey of adopting children with complex needs, and the importance of intersectional support and representation in media. Our conversation covers medical challenges, advocacy, ... more

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This week, in honor of Rare Disease Day on February 28, I talked with a good friend and mom of a rare disease warrior, Marissa. Our conversation covers Marissa's journey with her daughter Lavender, who has been diagnosed with a rare disease called at... more

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In this episode, I talk Ashley from Virgo Designs about the challenges and triumphs of disability advocacy, focusing on Ashley's personal journey with her son who has cerebral palsy. We dive into the importance of centering achild's needs in educatio... more

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Recent Guests

Jaycie Connelly
Advocate and podcast guest, active in Down syndrome community
The Inclusion Effect (guest on this episode)
Episode: Episode 20 - Dear Mom
Sarah Robinson
Mother of twins with Down syndrome, disability advocate
Family of four; advocacy and Buddy Club founder
Episode: Episode 16 - Love, Buddies, and Inclusion
Jade Adkins
Founder and owner of The Special Education Navigator; former special education teacher
The Special Education Navigator
Episode: Episode 12 - IEP Navigation from the Other Side
Jaycie Conley
Episode: Episode 11 - IEPS and Courtrooms
Stephanie Schnitzlein
Mom, mental health clinician; advocate and social media advocate for Down syndrome
Episode: Episode 10 - Advocacy, Self Care, and Mental Health
Savannah Amaro
Down syndrome mom and advocate, author with sociology background
Self-published author; advocacy work in Down syndrome and congenital heart disease
Episode: Episode 8 - Unintentional Ableism and Parenting
Shatanese Reese
Speaker, author, and advocate focused on disability awareness and leadership development
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Episode: Episode 7 - Emotional Intelligence and Advocacy
Matthew Schwab
Disability self-advocate, public speaker, and actor
Matthew Schwab Speaks
Episode: Episode 6 - More Alike Than Different

Host

Anna Kohl
Host of The Inclusion Effect

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Love this whole movement!

    I love what Anna is shedding light on, here! She has been such an advocating presence for her daughter (for ALL her kids, really) and has really motivated me to do the same for my four year old son with DS! Love this whole movement! #advocatelikeamother!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sullie_213
    United States10 months ago
  • Such a great show

    Besides being obsessed with the theme song, I love the uplifting, honest, raw, encouraging nature of this show! Definitely worth a follow, a share, a like and a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mcoysnyde
    United States10 months ago
  • An incredible resource!

    This podcast is such an incredible resource! I’m not a disability parent myself, but I’ve learned so much from listening—about advocacy, understanding, and the daily realities of the disability community. Anna is such a strong and compassionate advocate, and the way she shares both information and real life stories makes the podcast both eye-opening and relatable. It’s helped me better understand my friends who are disability parents, and it’s given me such valuable perspective. Truly a must-lis... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    5827427
    Canada10 months ago

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Audience notes the conversations help reduce isolation and provide real-world strategies.
Listeners appreciate the host's empathy and practical guidance for families navigating disability systems.
The show is often described as hopeful, informative, and community-driven.
Guests are welcomed for their lived experience and actionable advocacy tips.

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Episode 15 - Navigating the Complexities of Disability Advocacy
Q: One piece of advice for parents: what is a nugget they should know?
Stay calm, cool, collected, and confident when engaging with school districts; being secure in your rights and how you present yourself often yields better responses, and learning your rights can take less than two hours.
Episode 11 - IEPS and Courtrooms
Q: What is one thing you want to share about Dax that you adore the most?
His laugh and the way he expresses joy, which symbolize his resilience and unique perspective; these moments keep us motivated to advocate and push for inclusion.
Episode 11 - IEPS and Courtrooms
Q: What advice would you give to a parent about entering public schools with children who have extra needs?
Start with comprehensive evaluations from medical providers, document everything, and be prepared to advocate with written policies; use stay-put strategically and consider Undivided or similar tools to organize documentation.
Episode 11 - IEPS and Courtrooms
Q: Can you walk us through the journey of taking the school district to court? What led you to that path, and what was the outcome?
Daxton needed a one-on-one aid and consistent total communication support; after delays and negotiations, mediation led to a settlement that secured the one-on-one and consultative supports, although it took months and required navigating stay-put and due-process processes.
Episode 20 - Dear Mom
Q: How has attending Dear Mom influenced your perspective on advocacy and community?
It reinforced the importance of community support, visibility of people with Down syndrome in media, and the need to fight for access to essential supports, while proving that shared experiences can empower and inspire continued advocacy.

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A thoughtful, advocacy-forward show focused on disability inclusion, parenting, and real-world navigation of healthcare, education, and community supports. Through intimate conversations with parents, advocates, and disability professionals, episodes highlight practical strategies for navigating systems, building supportive networks, and amplifying disabled voices. Notable strengths include candid personal storytelling, emphasis on community-led solutions, and guests who bring lived experience across Down syndrome, rare diseases, and neurodiversity. The format tends to blend practical tips with inspirational narratives, making it helpful for listeners seeking actionable advocacy ideas or authentic perspectives on inclusion.

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1. Jaycie Connelly
2. Sarah Robinson
3. Jade Adkins
4. Jaycie Conley
5. Stephanie Schnitzlein
6. Savannah Amaro
7. Shatanese Reese
8. Matthew Schwab

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