Extended Episode: Empowerment in Action – Donielle Watkins & Coach Damon Vincent
In this extended edition of This Ability Podcast, we revisit our conversation with Donielle Watkins, Executive Director of the DREAMS Foundation of Acadiana, and expand the story by weaving in insights from Coach Damon Vincent, founder of Train Unique.
Donielle shares the heartfelt journey behind DREAMS—an organization dedicated to creating inclusive opportunities for individuals with disabilities through sports, art, theater, galas, summer camps, and more. She also highlights their one-of-a-kind meat pie manufacturing food truck, which not only serves delicious food but also employs individuals with disabilities in meaningful ways. Her deep faith and unwavering commitment to community are at the heart of this powerful conversation.
But the story doesn’t stop there.
Because many DREAMS participants also train with Coach Damon at Train Unique, we’ve enhanced this episode with a special excerpt from his interview. Coach Damon talks about his inclusive approach to fitness, the athletes he trains, and the role that confidence, respect, and tailored support play in helping people reach their full potential—on and off the gym floor.
Together, Donielle and Damon offer a shared vision of what’s possible when we invest in ability, inclusion, and community.
Tune in for an inspiring, two-voice conversation filled with passion, purpose, and real impact across Acadiana.
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