RAISE Adult Ally Toolkit
Introducing the Adult Ally Toolkit:
Welcome to the Adult Ally Toolkit—a dynamic, multimedia resource designed to guide and empower adults in disability advocacy, post-secondary transition, education, and beyond. At its heart, this toolkit centers the lived experiences and voices of youth with disabilities. Through stories, strategies, and practical tools, it invites you to reflect, grow, and take actionable steps toward becoming the kind of ally young people need and deserve.
This toolkit was researched and created by Michael Scanlon and Erin Black, two active leaders and self-advocates within the post-secondary community who have spent years amplifying youth voices and building stronger pathways for leadership, belonging, and transition success.
This isn’t just a guide—it’s a companion for your journey. Whether you’re just beginning to explore what allyship means, or looking to deepen the ways you show up for youth, the Adult Ally Toolkit offers accessible, actionable, and inspiring resources to help turn your intentions into lasting impact.
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About The Podcast
The Adult Ally Podcast Series amplifies the voices of dedicated advocates who are driving meaningful change. Created specifically for the adult ally toolkit funded by the RAISE center, the series highlights the lived experiences of adult allies who actively support and uplift young people, centering their needs, aspirations, and agency through in-depth conversations. Each episode offers practical wisdom, personal narratives, and innovative strategies that inspire listeners to reimagine youth-adult partnerships and deepen their impact in community and professional settings. This podcast serves as a valuable resource for anyone committed to fostering authentic, equity-driven relationships with youth.
Sep 30, 2025: Erin and Michael unpack the heart of adult allyship—who it impacts, what it looks like in action, and why it matters now more than ever. Together, they share lessons from the field and reflections that set the stage for every ally’s journey.
Sept. 30, 2025: Hunter and Quinna reflect on their personal transitions from youth leaders to adult allies. They explore the growing pains, mindset shifts, and joys of learning how to guide from beside.
Sept. 30, 2025: Cristie shares her journey of evolving from advocacy to authentic allyship. In this powerful conversation, she reflects on the difference between speaking for and standing with young people—and how allies can use their influence to uplift youth voice.