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Vanni Le is a neurodivergent diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility advocate and the Senior Manager of Entertainment Partnerships at RespectAbility, a nonprofit organization fighting stigmas and advancing opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate in all aspects of community.
Le has advised major studios, production companies, and independent filmmakers on over 100 films and TV episodes to promote authentic portrayals of disability and inclusive hiring practices behind the camera. She brings brand strategy and program management experience from both the entertainment and nonprofit fields, having previously worked at the Walt Disney Studios, Sony Pictures Entertainment, the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative, March of Dimes, and A+E Networks.
Le is a first-generation graduate of the University of Southern California Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations and her Master of Science degree in Digital Social Media.
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