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Travel & EmpowerFest with Neomi Flores | Below Knee Amputee

In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, Neomi Flores joins host Mike Bolland for an in-person conversation about traveling and EmpowerFest. Neomi is missing her left leg below the knee and brings her own perspective to the conversation.

Travel experiences and community connections

Neomi and Mike discuss experiences on the road and the connections made through events like EmpowerFest. Recorded together in person, this episode explores the value of meeting people and sharing experiences within the disability community.

Watch or listen to the episode below.

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Have you attended EmpowerFest? What’s your favorite travel experience? Share in the comments—we’d love to hear from you.

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