Like Trish, the protagonist in the Divergent Series, I have long been someone who feels different; one who has broken the mold that society would impose. I hope that this brief column will encourage you to be a supporter of those we deem “divergent” from the norm or the “normal.”
Read MoreA dearth of icons with whom to identify may perpetuate trauma from bias and stupidity and, as such, barriers to service. For instance, I recall my “graduation” from the Presidential Management Fellowship (PMF). How many service animal handlers walked across the stage? As memory serves, my guide dog Langer and I solely walked across that stage.
Read MoreGary Norman (2000 PMI) shares a few lessons about allyship and how they apply to different scenarios in life (comparing his guide dog to Ron Weasley from Harry Potter in the process). May we may each advance the “inclusion revolution” toward a better American experiment.
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