Ep 109: Financial Literacy and Community Advocacy with Dr. Anthony Rodriguez

Dr. Anthony Rodriguez, featured on the IDD Health Matters podcast during the 2025 AAIDD Conference, shares his journey from a finance major to a full professor at Providence College, driven by a passion for supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). His work blends mathematics education with advocacy, focusing on financial literacy and scam prevention to empower people with IDD. He highlights the importance of community-based research, peer mentoring, and storytelling as tools for growth and connection. As the incoming president of AAIDD, Rodriguez aims to foster collaboration among fellows and celebrate the organization's upcoming 150th anniversary, emphasizing unity, calm, and shared expertise in advancing health equity.