Runway of Dreams
Kayla Mossanen is a dedicated professional in the field of behavioral health and speech-language pathology, currently serving as a Behavioral Health Technician at Spectrum Therapy Center since November 2019, where intensive therapy is provided to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disorders. In addition, Kayla is actively engaged with the Pre Speech and Hearing Club, enhancing navigational skills within the Linguistics major, and serves on the Executive Board of Runway of Dreams, promoting adaptive clothing and inclusivity in fashion for individuals with disabilities. Previous experience includes a Speech Language Pathologist Internship at Talk This Way Therapy and significant involvement in the Wolverine Support Network as a Support Member. An educational background from the University of Michigan has led to ongoing Master's studies in Speech-Language Pathology at California State University, Northridge. Kayla has also held leadership roles in Chi Omega Sorority and has experience in marketing and customer service through various positions, showcasing a well-rounded skill set in advocacy, communication, and community support.
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Runway of Dreams
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The Runway of Dreams Foundation was founded in 2014 by Mindy Scheier - a fashion designer and mother of a child with a disability. Her journey began when her son Oliver, who has a rare form of Muscular Dystrophy, wanted to wear jeans to school like his friends, but couldn’t manage the buttons and zippers. That night, she used her background in design to adapt a pair that not only met his needs but increased his confidence and independence. She realized then that millions of people around the world must also be struggling to access stylish clothing that meets their needs. She began to envision a world where all styles of clothing were available with adaptations that would make them accessible for people with disabilities and that adaptive clothing would become as commonplace as petite and plus size. After spending 20 years in the fashion industry, Mindy decided to combine her experience and her passion by creating Runway of Dreams. Founded on the basis that clothing is a basic human need, Runway of Dreams develops, delivers, and supports programs and events that celebrate people’s differences, break down stereotypes, highlight the need for mainstream adaptive apparel, and showcase people with disabilities in fashion. Through our campaign for inclusion, national adaptive runway shows featuring models with varying disabilities, scholarships for the next generation of adaptive designers, wardrobe grants and apparel donations for organizations serving people with disabilities in need, and college clubs across the country, Runway of Dreams is bringing positive visibility to a disability, leading a movement of inclusion in the apparel industry, and empowering people with disabilities with confidence, independence, and style. Our mission fills a void that no other charitable organization is currently addressing.