Alessia Perretti
Systems Change Youth Advocate
Alessia Perretti is a Systems Change Youth Advocate empowering youth with disabilities, especially those impacted by the justice system. She works to break down barriers and create equitable opportunities, blending research, policy, and advocacy to ensure every young person has the support they need to thrive.
April 17, 2026
193 - Breaking the School-to-Prison Pipeline Through Inclusion with Alessia Perretti
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron sits down with Alessia Perretti, a system change youth advocate working at the intersection of disability and juvenile justice. Alessia shares powerful insights on how overlooked disabilities contribute to the school-to-prison pipeline and why inclusion must consider intersecting identities. She discusses gaps in reentry systems, the importance of collaboration across sectors, and the need to challenge “us vs. them” thinking. Through real-...
Guest: Alessia Perretti