Adaptive Fashion on the Runway of Dreams NYC Fashion Week

Welcome lifelong friend, Katie Davis In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, Alycia Anderson is joined by her best friend of 20 years, Katie Davis. Together, they discuss their lifelong friendship, disability advocacy, and Alycia’s incredible experience walking the Runway of Dreams representing Target. From Target’s adaptive fashion line to Alycia's motivational speaking at Netflix and PBS, Alycia and Katie dive into the importance of inclusivity in fashion and beyond. They also reflect on how Target and other companies are leading the charge in creating accessible fashion for all, and how their experiences have shaped their advocacy work. This heartfelt conversation touches on resilience, friendship, and their shared passion for pushing the disability rights movement forward. Key Moments: 🧥 Alycia Walks the Runway of Dreams — Alycia models Target’s adaptive fashion at the iconic event. 💼 Corporate Partnerships — From Netflix to PBS, Alycia’s work with major brands promotes inclusion. 👫 A Friendship That Boosts Advocacy — Alycia and Katie discuss their shared mission for disability rights and representation. 🔴 Target’s Adaptive Fashion — The impact of Target’s inclusive designs for people with disabilities. 💬 How Listeners Can Get Involved — Tips on becoming an advocate and creating more inclusive spaces. Timestamps: [00:01:15] Katie and Alycia discuss their decades-long friendship. [00:04:30] Alycia’s experience on the Runway of Dreams wearing Target’s adaptive fashion line. [00:09:20] The role of corporate partnerships, featuring Netflix and PBS. [00:15:00] How disability advocacy and fashion intersect. [00:20:50] Alycia’s call to action: How to get involved in disability rights advocacy. Memorable Quote: “Katie and I have shared this journey of advocacy for years, and walking the Runway of Dreams for Target was not just a moment of pride, but a step toward real change in the fashion industry.” — Alycia Anderson Connect with Alycia: Feedback | Instagram | LinkedIn | Book Alycia for Speaking | Book Alycia to Train Your Employees in Disabling Ableism | Alycia’s DEI Micro Learning Video Series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices