In this episode of Carrie's Always Talking, Carrie interviews Jenna Udenberg, a disability advocate and author, who shares her personal journey with juvenile arthritis and the challenges she faced growing up. Jenna discusses her experiences with self-advocacy, the importance of creating inclusive spaces, and her nonprofit organization, Above and Beyond with U, which aims to enhance accessibility for all. She also reflects on her memoir, 'Within My Spokes,' and the power of storytelling in fostering empathy and connection among individuals. Jenna emphasizes the need for authentic relationships and the importance of understanding the unique experiences of those with disabilities.
Jenna's Website: https://www.aboveandbeyondwithu.org/
If you have a story you'd like to tell, send me an email at carrie.always.talking@gmail.com. I'd love to hear from you.
You can also find me on Bluesky- @carrie-is-talking.bsky.social
