Navigating Accessibility in Schools, Work Places & Community Spaces
April 28, 2026
5-7pm
Alexandria College, Room 743A
1601 Jefferson St, Alexandria, MN
Free & open to the public
Suggested $10 donation
Join us for a community conversation focused on understanding and improving accessibility across the environments where we learn, work, and live. This panel discussion will bring together experts, practitioners, and community voices to explore the real-world barriers individuals face—and the practical strategies that help create more inclusive spaces for everyone.
Through stories, examples, and open dialogue, panelists will discuss:
- What accessibility truly means in educational, professional, and public settings
- Common challenges people encounter and how systems can respond
- Approaches that organizations are using to remove barriers and support full participation
- Opportunities for community members, leaders, and employers to promote greater inclusion
This session is designed to spark awareness, share actionable insights, and strengthen our collective understanding of how accessibility impacts people of all ages and abilities. Whether you're an educator, employer, community member, or advocate, you’ll leave with a clearer sense of the role you can play in building environments where everyone can thrive.
Event Panelists
Beth Leipholtz
Parent,
Author of The ABCS of Inclusion
Josh Wahlin
Site Administrator,
Lakes Country Academy
Jen Olson
Human Resources,
Alexandria College
Sara Richards
Student Support,
Alexandria Public Schools
Parking & Location
Alexandria College is located at 1601 Jefferson Street, Alexandria MN.
Park in the South Parking Lot and enter through Door L. Follow the main hallway all the way down to the auditorium, which is just past the breezeway and to the right.
