When Bearing Witness: Becoming a Trauma-Informed Storyteller
The When Bearing Witness podcast is an invitation to explore trauma-informed storytelling, a safe and healthy process of gathering and telling painful stories. Join my conversations with trauma-informed experts and fellow social-good storytellers as we help shape the intersection of trauma-informed care and the storytelling process.
Stories are sacred, and we can create a safe space to tell and share them.
When Bearing Witness: Becoming a Trauma-Informed Storyteller
Becoming an Anti-Ableist Storyteller with Tiffany Yu
In this episode, we sit down with Tiffany Yu, disability rights advocate and author of the groundbreaking new book The Anti-Ableist Manifesto, as she shares her journey from a childhood car accident to becoming a leading voice in disability inclusion.
For storytellers, content creators, and anyone looking to make their work more inclusive, this conversation is an essential guide to understanding how language shapes perception and how we can all contribute to building a more accessible world.
Through candid discussion and practical insights, Tiffany challenges us to move beyond outdated narratives and fear-based approaches to disability storytelling.
Don't miss this timely and transformative conversation that goes beyond mere political correctness to explore the heart of authentic, respectful storytelling. As Tiffany's new book launches, this episode provides a unique opportunity to learn from someone who has not only lived the experience but has dedicated her life to changing the narrative around disability.
About Tiffany Yu
Tiffany Yu is the CEO & Founder of Diversability, a 3x TEDx speaker, and the author of The Anti-Ableist Manifesto: Smashing Stereotypes, Forging Change, and Building a Disability-Inclusive World. At the age of 9, Tiffany became disabled as a result of a car accident that also took the life of her father. As an adult, she started her career at Goldman Sachs before becoming a speaker and writer on disability. She has recently released her book, The Anti-Ableist Manifesto.
Connect with Tiffany Yu
The Anti-Ableist Manifesto Book | Website
About Host Maria Bryan
Maria Bryan is a trauma-informed storytelling trainer. She helps nonprofit leaders tell powerful and impactful stories that resist harm. Maria has over fifteen years in marketing communications in the public sector. She has a Master’s Degree in Public Administration, a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, and is professionally certified in Trauma & Resilience, Trauma-Informed Space Holding, and Somatic Embodiment & Regulation. Maria is a firm believer that storytellers make the world a healthier, safer, cleaner, and happier place.
Connect with Maria
Speaking & Training | LinkedIn | Email
