# The Enhancement of Lives: Anita Hollander on Advocacy, Awards, and The Rise

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Podcast: [Disability Empowerment Now](https://stenobird.com/podcast/disability-empowerment-now-7022910)
Published: 2025-11-25T09:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3172

## Resource

Anita Hollander, veteran performer and disability advocate, joins the show to share the profound philosophy that guides her life and work. She discusses the honor of receiving the Harold Russell Award, reflecting on a lifetime dedicated to representation and 'pushing the needle forward' for the disability community. Hear her wonderful stories about being presented the award by Sean Astin and the inspiration she drew from her late father. Plus, Anita offers a sneak peek into her exciting upcoming projects, including her involvement with the powerful new musical The Rise, set to premiere in Paris.

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