Rachel Williams
Discipline: Early Childhood Education
About: Rachel Williams is a mother of three sons and a stepdaughter. She has an associate degree in early childhood and BS in liberal studies with a minor in education. Rachel has a son that has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder so has a firsthand look at what a family experiences with a child who is neurodevelopmentally different.
Rachel is immensely passionate about working with children, particularly on education, advocacy, and mental health in early childhood. She believes that all individuals inherently hold strengths and resilience and understands the utmost importance of meeting people where they are. She acknowledges the dignity and worth of every individual, advocating for social justice and accessibility as much as humanly possible.
Outside of work, Rachel likes to be outdoors hiking, camping, and skiing. She also enjoys spending time with family.
Through the NH-ME LEND Program, Rachel hopes to learn about neurodevelopmental disabilities, engage in interprofessional practice and develop her leadership skills. She is also excited to learn more about policy and advocacy projects for individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities as part of the LEND experience.
