Welcome to the Say How Consulting Blog

Here, we don’t shy away from the tough questions.

This is where we disrupt complacency and spark conversations about access, rights, and inclusion.

Our posts are informed by real-world experience – as survivors of system failures, as advocates in the trenches, and as professionals pushing for change.

You’ll find a mix of practical guides and thought-provoking essays, all with one aim: to help individuals, families, and communities move beyond “no” and discover how we can do better.

What We Write About

Navigating Systems

Tips and insights on managing the complexities of education plans, healthcare hurdles, disability services, and more. (For instance, check out “The IEP Survival Guide: Navigating Special Education Meetings” – a step-by-step prep list for parents.)

Transition & Empowerment Stories

We celebrate milestones and share lessons from those who’ve walked the path. From a teen’s journey into the workforce to a family’s experience with adaptive sports, these stories show what’s possible when you say “how.”

Inclusive Leadership & Advocacy

Drawing from Joslynn’s leadership experiences, we delve into topics like “Radical Inclusion in Sports – Why It Matters” and “Breaking Down Barriers in Bureaucracy.” Expect candid commentary on what needs to change in schools, workplaces, and communities to achieve true inclusion.

Survivor-Informed Perspectives

Some posts address the personal side – burnout, hope, frustration, perseverance. Posts like “There’s No One Out There: Trust, Care, and the Crisis We’ve Created” bring to light the emotional landscape of those navigating systems that often fail them. We believe these voices need to be heard to drive genuine systems change.

Resource Highlights

Occasionally, we share book reviews, toolkits, or external resources we love, from the latest disability rights legislation updates to apps that aid communication. If it can help our community, you’ll read about it here.

Latest Posts

A woman in a wheelchair being pushed by her caregiver finds herself stuck at the bottom of some steps as the venue is inaccessible

When “All Are Welcome” Really Means “Some”

When organizations say “all are welcome,” what they often mean is “some.” This piece explores [...]

11
Jan

The word 'religion' highlighted in the dictionary

Faith, Politics, and the Power of Language

Religion and politics have always shared a table, but lately, the conversation feels louder, sharper, [...]

29
Nov

A man in a wheelchair stares longingly out of the window, in loneliness

There’s No One Out There: Trust, Care, and the Crisis We’ve Created

This reflection comes from my work alongside Ryan, a friend and colleague who lived with [...]

16
Oct

A selection of post-it notes with typical words people use to describe disabled people written on them: special, disabled, different, paralympian, adaptive, Paralympian

The Limits of Your Mind: How Naming and Narrow Thinking Build Barriers

The Call That Stuck With Me I recently got off a call with a person [...]

01
Sep

Your Inspiration Doesn’t Pay My Bills: Stop Clapping, Start Contributing

The Feel-Good Trap There’s a particular kind of silence that only follows when a stranger [...]

18
Aug

You’re Not Failing: This Is What Survival Looks Like

There are days when surviving feels like failure. When you lie in bed, fully aware [...]

29
Jul

Cynicism, Optimism, and the Real Work of Change: Leadership Lessons in the Messy Middle

Finding Alignment – and Facing Friction There’s something powerful about finding people who share your [...]

15
Jul

Be a Signal Fire, Not a Warning: Using Your Story Without Burning Out

There are stories that ache to be told. And then there are stories so heavy, [...]

30
Jun

When One Door Closes, Build Another: Emphasizing Autonomy Through Choice

Choice is a fundamental part of being human. Whether it’s deciding who to be around, [...]

15
Jun

Patience in Advocacy: The Price of Admission

Let’s be honest – dealing with the people around the person with a disability is [...]

01
Jun

1
2
3

Join the Conversation

We encourage respectful discussion and sharing.

Have a thought on one of our topics? Something you’d like to see us cover in the future? Let us know!

This blog is for you – the parents staying up late fighting for their kids, the young adults forging their own path, the educators and allies who refuse to accept the status quo.

Dive in, get inspired, and when you’re ready to take action in your own life or organization, remember, Say How Consulting is here to help you make it happen.