This one’s full of feel-good vibes! Tash and Shannon sit down with Melissa Smith, founder of Backlight Productions, a nonprofit that partners with professional artists and organizations to give individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities the spotlight they deserve—literally! From leading roles in integrated performances to the magic that happens when inclusion meets creativity, this conversation will leave you inspired and smiling.
PS - she also wrote an amazing book for kids in her spare time!
You can find Melissa/Backlight Productions here:
https://www.instagram.com/backlightproductions/
https://backlightproductions.org/about-us/
https://www.instagram.com/fofcbooks/
https://www.friendsoffranklincounty.com/
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