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The Sit Down with Rachel - Coleen Heaton

On this episode of The Sit Down with Rachel we meet Coleen Heaton, writer, nonprofit leader and fierce advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Her new book, Being Colleen, takes an unflinching look at her own story, from childhood trauma to healing, hope and the hard work of self-acceptance. 

You can find out more information on 'Being Coleen' via Coleen's website
https://beingcoleenbook.com/

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A love for people and the greater Waco community has always been the heart of Rachel’s work. A 2005 UT Austin graduate with a degree in English, Rachel began her career as a classroom English teacher. Through various professional opportunities in the education field, health and wellness industry, and the private business sector, she cultivated a love for building strong communities through service. She joined KWBU in August of 2023. She is also the Saturday Market Manager for the Waco Downtown Farmers Market. She has four nearly-grown children and loves tending her herbs and roses and growing things.