In this episode, we sit down with Shivani Gupta, renowned accessibility consultant, author, and advocate for disability rights in India. After a life-altering car accident left her paralyzed, Shivani’s journey of resilience deepened when a second tragedy struck. She shares the emotional challenges of her recovery, finding strength in adversity, and the life lessons learned from love and loss. Shivani discusses her work founding Accessibility, her advocacy for inclusive environments, and the progress of accessibility in India. Her story is a testament to overcoming obstacles, embracing change, and reshaping one’s destiny.
00:00 – Introduction to Shivani Gupta
01:26 – Inspiration Behind “No Looking Back
03:17 – Finding Strength in Adversity
05:49 – Love, Loss, and Life Lessons
07:33 – Family Support and Personal Struggles
09:07 – Challenging Societal Attitudes Toward Disability
11:24 – Becoming a Leading Accessibility Advocate
14:45 – Vision for Accessibility in India and Globally
16:25 – Government Policies and Impact
18:17 – Ongoing Challenges and Implementation
19:28 – Life After Writing the Book
21:04 – Final Words of Inspiration
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Shivani Gupta: https://www.linkedin.com/in/access-shivani/
Book Link:
No Looking Back A True Story: https://amzn.in/d/icRuy5M
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