Clara Woods is an artist, motivational speaker, influencer, and host of The Inclusion Matters Podcast. Despite suffering from a prenatal stroke that left her unable to read, write, or speak, she has been able to use her passion for art and large social media presence to educate, inspire, and uplift. To learn more about Clara Woods and her art, read on.
Read MoreLeaving a corporate 9-5 to purse her dreams of a career in the music industry, NORA. is set to release her debut EP, “Just Words.,” on January 30th. After getting a taste of what’s to come through her single, “Kiss My Ass.,” we know we can expect nothing less than catchy hooks and relatable storytelling. Beyond the music, NORA. advocates for children with disabilities, volunteer at the nonprofit organization Best Buddies, and has even been a part of Musicians on Call’s 2025 holiday campaign. To learn more about NORA. and her debut EP, read on.
Read MoreComing together to perform on the “Joy=Resistance” tour are two queer musicians who aren’t afraid of speaking up. Singer-songwriters Rachel Sage and Kristen Ford see music as a universal language that creates community and connection, which is exactly what they hope to bring to each city on their tour. Sage’s latest single and upcoming album, “Canopy”, keeps inclusivity and acceptance at the forefront while Ford’s new single “Wild Heart” and album “Pinto” aim to fight back against oppression. Donating a portion of the proceeds from their tour to The Trevor Project, the two musicians fight even further to create safe spaces and provide solace for those in need. To learn more about Rachel Sage, Kristen Ford, and their Joy=Resistance tour, read on.
Read MoreFrom sharing her story and becoming a disability advocate and TEDX speaker to supporting inclusive education through partnerships with Bay-Arenac Intermediate and Pinconning Area School Districts, Alycia Anderson puts inclusion at the forefront of her mission. Whether its speaking on her podcast, collaborating with schools, organizations, and companies to create a more inclusive workspace, contributing as a member of the California Insurance Diversity Task Force, or creating her own disability inclusion learning series, disability advocacy is Anderson’s biggest passion. To learn more about Alycia Anderson and her advocacy efforts, read on.
Read MoreLi Dong, the Canadian-born Asian filmmaker, pushes boundaries to spread inclusivity through films. The multifaceted risk-taker, from undertaking med & law school to becoming a strip club DJ before settling on directing and screenwriting, released his first feature film - Stealing School - which was debuted in the USA by Vertical Entertainment recently. “Stealing School” reflects on systematic racism happening in higher institutions. Dong gets candid with Jejune on film directing and racism faced as an Asian creative. Keep on reading to find out how we can follow his example to create more inclusive spaces!
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