A two-time master’s graduate from Bryn Mawr College’s Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research, Linda has built a career in disability services, working for a city agency that supports individuals with intellectual disabilities. Her professional expertise and lived experience converge in this memoir, offering both insight and inspiration. She’s also the author of several children’s books that promote diversity, tolerance, and self-acceptance. A two-time master’s graduate from Bryn Mawr College’s Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research, Linda has built a career in disability services, working for a city agency that supports individuals with intellectual disabilities. Throughout Persistence , Linda challenges readers—disabled and non-disabled alike—to embrace authenticity, advocate for inclusion, and recognize the dignity in every person. Her story is a testament to resilience, but also to joy, humor, and the power of self-discovery. “Disability doesn’t define me,” she writes. “It’s just part of the package”. Whether you’re seeking understanding, encouragement, or a renewed perspective, Persistence delivers. It’s a memoir that doesn’t just tell a story—it opens minds, builds empathy, and invites us all to live more authentically.
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EC Talk | September 2025
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