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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of The Affirming Village Podcast, Dr. Destiny Huff, LPC and Lisa Baskin Wright, IEP Coach, unpack what effective communication really looks like in IEP meetings, emails, and conversations with schools.Advocacy isn’t just about knowing your rights — it’s about knowing how to communicate your child’s needs clearly, calmly, and confidently, even when emotions are heavy or the environment doesn’t feel supportive.They discuss:Why communication breakdowns happen in IEP spacesThe emotional labor of having to advocate again and againHow to speak with clarity when you feel overwhelmed or unheardStrategies for grounding yourself before meetingsWhat collaborative advocacy can look like without sacrificing boundariesIf you’ve ever left a meeting thinking, “I wish I had said that differently…” — this episode is for you.🔗 Tune in, subscribe, and share with another caregiver who needs this conversation.#TheAffirmingVillagePodcast #IEPAdvocacy #NeuroaffirmingEducation #ParentAdvocate #ADHDParenting #AutismAcceptance #CommunicationSkills #DisabilityJustice #NeurodiversityPodcast #SpecialEducationSupport
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