From IEP Battles to Boardrooms: An Autistic Mother’s Journey Through the Corporate Facade

"30 years ago, I sat in an IEP meeting as a 7-year-old autistic girl, drowning in shame as teachers asked why I couldn't 'just be normal.' Today, I sit across from C-suite executives, challenging them on why their DEI initiatives can't be truly transformational instead of merely hitting arbitrary diversity quotas. Some battles never change – but our weapons do."- Arwyn Swanger, CCH, CPLC

While grades can provide feedback on performance in a specific area, they don't capture the full spectrum of a person's talents, creativity, determination, or character. Everyone has unique qualities and abilities that contribute to their value and potential. It's essential to recognize and nurture these diverse aspects of ourselves, focusing on personal growth, passions, and the impact we can have on the world around us. Remember, you are a multifaceted individual with limitless potential beyond any single measure or label.- Arwyn Swanger, CCH, CPLC

The fluorescent lights buzzed overhead as I sat in yet another conference room, this time facing C-suite executives instead of special education administrators.

Thirty years had passed since my first IEP meeting, where I learned to decode the subtle expressions and hidden meanings behind carefully chosen words. Today, as a corporate consultant, I use those same skills to transform workplace cultures and drive organizational change.?

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