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Jess Silver: Flex for Access and Evolving Societal Perceptions of Disability

Sep 28, 202240 minSeason 4Ep. 2
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Jess Silver is a writer, fitness enthusiast and advocate. Jess founded Flex for Access first as a Social Media Awareness Campaign, and now it is a Non-Profit Organization aimed  at helping societal perceptions of disability evolve, and to allow all individuals regardless of limitations, fitness level and interest, the ability to be engaged in exercise and sport. The organization acts as a pathway to allow individuals with physical challenges and injuries to engage in fitness training sessions, yoga and boxing classes and other sport programs.   In this episode Jess and Jamie talk about how Flex for Access grew into an impactful non-profit, how we can all evolve our perceptions and increase accessibility in our organizations and programs, Jess' personal journey through challenges with determination and resilience. Be sure to tell Jess and Jamie what you think about this episode by leaving a review and rating.  It helps us get the message out there!           Find out more   https://linktr.ee/bigideabigmoves                   Follow us on Instagram @bigidea_bigmoves                       Facebook www.facebook.com/bigideabigmoves        For amazing Lifestyle Clothing epitomesportswear.com  Our listeners get 20% off with the code BIBM             For Human Resources and Talent help contact www.epitomeHR.com Take their free assessment                         Talk to us about partnerships    https://beacon.by/epitome-hr-inc/bibm-sponsoship-packages                      Follow Jess and Flex for Access Instagram @jesssilverrr  or flexforaccess.ca
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