Meet Rachel! Between working for the state and being involved in different advocacy activities, this busy lady doesn’t have much free time. She enjoys being able to share stories and learn from others. She encourages everyone to speak up for themselves. We’re so fortune to have her as a member of the Network!

What's your story?  Tell us a little bit about yourself.

Rachel was born in Miami Beach Florida and then moved to Los Angeles CA in 1998. She did all of my schooling in Los Angeles CA and then moved to Madison WI in 2014.  Her favorite thing about living in Wisconsin is being able to go to her boyfriend’s parents’ cabin in the Northwoods.

How are you involved with self-determination? Why did you join the SD Network?

Rachel is one of the hosts on the Self-Determination YouTube channel. Her favorite thing about being a host is being able “share stories and learn from others,” she tells us. She’s also involved in a program called Bridge Builder through LOV Inc. which helps her set goals to be independent in life. She joined the SD network to make friends and socialize with people.

Tell us some good news - what's the most exciting thing happening for you (or in Wisconsin) in term of self-determination?

Rachel enjoys going to work and being independent in the community. She works for the Wisconsin Department of Revenue as a revenue tax assistant. She explains that she likes her job because it varies day to day and she learns lots of new things.  

What tip or resource would you like to share with people who want to be more self-determined?

The tip that Rachel would give is to speak up and let your voice be heard. “The reason it’s important for people to speak up for themselves is to let their voices be heard for what they believe in and what is important to them,” she shares.

 What are some of your hobbies?

When Rachel isn’t working, she enjoys doing things like playing on her computer, swimming, and hanging out with friends and family including her dog.

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