Empowering Parents Together; The People and Purpose Behind EPN | Dr. Julie M. Lane, Dr. Alexus Elkins, & Dr. Sonya Woodfork

Who is behind Empowering Parents Network, and why does this work matter so deeply to us?In this special episode, Dr. Julie Lane sits down with EPN team members Dr. Sonya Woodfork and Dr. Alexus Elkins for an honest conversation about their backgrounds, their work in education and advocacy, and the shared passion that brought them together.They discuss why Empowering Parents Network was created, the challenges families face when navigating the special education system, and why building a supportive community for parents is so important.Whether you are a parent seeking guidance, an educator wanting to better support families, or someone passionate about inclusion, this episode offers insight into the mission and heart behind EPN.Because when parents are informed, connected, and supported, they become powerful advocates for their children.