Dear Valued Listener/Viewer,

In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', I speak with Danny Combs, a leading advocate for neurodiversity and the Inaugural Director of the Colorado Disability Opportunity Office. We discuss the importance of inclusive education for neurodivergent individuals, the innovative approaches taken by TACT to provide employment training, and the challenges faced in implementing effective programs. Danny shares his personal journey, insights on changing the narrative around autism, emphasizing the strengths and talents of neurodivergent individuals, and incredible statistics TACT shows . The conversation highlights the need for better data, funding, and awareness to create a more inclusive society.

Please connect with incredible Danny and see his amazing initiatives:

TACT (Teaching the Autism Community Trades) website: https://www.buildwithtact.org

The Nation's First Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerse:

https://www.cndcc.org

Colorado Disability Opportunity Office: https://cdoo.colorado.gov

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-combs-m-a-bccs-cas-90987613a/

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