Ryan Barry, Project Director

Ryan Barry, an Arizona native and proud graduate of Arizona State University, discovered the transformative power of self-advocacy after being diagnosed with spastic diplegia at the age of nine. His journey with a disability sparked a deep passion for public service.

Ryan has extensive experience in public policy and legislative advocacy, holding various roles within state and national government and politics. His professional background supports his role as Project Director of Arizona's Self-Advocacy Coalition, Arizona Achieve. Ryan now counsels and empowers people with disabilities across the state to become strong self-advocate leaders and make a difference in their communities.