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Podcast: Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast
Episode: Empathy in Action: Shane Walsh's Connection to IDD and Best Buddies at JMU
Description: In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' host Alycia Anderson welcomes Shane Walsh, a passionate advocate and global ambassador for Best Buddies International. Shane shares his personal story of growing up with his younger brother Lucas, who has autism. He reflects on how this relationship shaped his worldview and motivated his advocacy for the intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) community. The conversation delves into the importance of inclusion, the challenges faced by individuals with IDD, and the need for greater employment opportunities. Shane also discusses his efforts to enhance the Best Buddies program at James Madison University...