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Lachi On Amplifying Disability Culture And Transforming The Music Industry
04/15/2024
Lachi On Amplifying Disability Culture And Transforming The Music Industry
In this week’s episode I sat down with Lachi. Lachi is a globally touring singer and songwriter, award winning social entrepreneur, GRAMMYs Chapter Board Governor, founder of the UN-recognized organization (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities), and host of PBS’ American Masters series ‘Renegades’. Born legally blind, Lachi uses her platform in music, storytelling and fashion to amplify identity pride and Disability Culture. Named a , a “new champion in advocacy” by , and "a foot soldier for Disability Pride'' by , her cultural activism has landed her spots on national ads and , discussions with the White House, , and , and her bejeweled have popped up everywhere from New York Fashion Week to major LA movie premieres. We discuss the power of community and the importance in recognizing other people’s journeys, the differences between accessibility and disability inclusion, how the music industry transformed her and how she is transforming the music industry and much, much more. Listen To Lachi: Follow Lachi: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: Website: Follow RAMPD: Instagram: Website: Shop Glam Canes Follow Me: Instagram: , TikTok: Website: Email:
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