Episode 270: Ms. Wheelchair Montana

Episode 270: Ms. Wheelchair Montana

From We're No Dam Experts by Rebecca Engum and Shannon Newth

February 20, 2026 · 50 min · Episode 270

About this episode

Rebecca and Shannon interview Liz Alford, Ms. Wheelchair Montana 2026, discussing her advocacy journey and accessibility in Great Falls.

Rebecca and Shannon sit down with Great Falls native Liz Alford, Ms. Wheelchair Montana 2026. Liz shares her journey following a spinal cord injury and how it shaped her passion for advocacy. As part of the Ms. Wheelchair America program, Ms. Wheelchair Montana is not a beauty pageant, but a leadership competition highlighting the accomplishments and advocacy of women who use wheelchairs. Liz's platform focuses on medical and rehabilitation advancements, advocacy, and empowerment. In this episode, the conversation also dives into accessibility — what it's like navigating and getting around Great Falls, where progress has been made, and where there's still work to do. Tune in for an honest and inspiring discussion about resilience, leadership, and building a more accessible Great Falls for everyone. Follow Liz: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584205624803 Ms. Wheelchair America: https://www.mswheelchairamerica.org/ms-wheelchair-montana/

People in this episode

Hosts: Rebecca Engum, Shannon Newth

Guest: Liz Alford

Topics covered

  • advocacy
  • accessibility
  • spinal cord injury
  • leadership
  • empowerment
  • resilience

Keywords

  • Ms. Wheelchair Montana
  • Liz Alford
  • Great Falls
  • accessibility
  • advocacy
  • spinal cord injury
  • leadership
  • empowerment

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ms. Wheelchair America

Places: Great Falls

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