Acronym for CAPABLE
Caring | Attractive | Positive | Able | Bold | Loving | Enthusiastic
Motivational Speaker and Disability Consultant
As a child, Carol sustained speech and vision disabilities, as a result of an auto accident. Instead of focusing on her injuries, Carol choose to focus on her . . .
Journalist
For over 30 years, Carol has established herself as an advocate for people with disabilities and has and continues to write articles for businesses, professional organizations, and newspapers. Her love for writing started in 1981 while she was in college in San Bernardino, CA.
Check out Carol’s latest Endeavors
She writes articles for local newspapers, interviews on talk shows, and has many interesting blogs.
This special video celebrates Carol Leish and her years of dedication to advocating for people with disabilities and helping others recognize their strengths, abilities, and potential. Honored with the Above & Beyond Survivor Award by the Brain Injury Center of Ventura County, Carol has spent much of her life challenging perceptions, breaking down barriers, and reminding people that having a disability doesn’t mean being incapable.
Through her advocacy, encouragement, and wonderful sense of humor, Carol continues to inspire others to embrace their capabilities, build confidence, and live life to the fullest. Her message is simple but powerful: People may face challenges, but they are still very capable!
Recent Work by Carol
Thankful for My Challenges
The following was an article I submitted to the Jewish Braille International. JBI Library connects people who are blind, have low vision, or have print disabilities with Jewish literature, culture, and community. Its free services include audiobooks, braille and large-print materials, along with accessible cultural programs that bring Jewish life and learning to readers around
A Table of Many Faiths, A Community United
The Ventura County Interfaith Community held its annual Feast of Faiths on October 11, 2026 in Ventura at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The delicious meal, which was catered by Hummus Republic, was Mediterranean cuisine. The food was halal (permissible to all religions). 0-100 people enjoyed the Feast of Faiths. The different
Carol Leish: Changing the Conversation About Disabilities
For Carol Leish, advocacy is personal. At just 10 months old, Carol suffered a brain injury when the car she was riding in was struck by a drunk driver. The accident affected her vision, hand-eye coordination and speech, creating challenges that would follow her throughout her life. But Carol refused to let those challenges define
Ventura to Host Third Government & Disability Summit
The County of Ventura will host the third annual California Government & Disability Summit Sept. 1-3, 2026, bringing together disability advocates, government leaders, service providers and community members to explore ways to improve accessibility and inclusion throughout California. After two successful summits, organizers are building on the momentum with this year’s theme, ‘Access That Moves
VCCF Improves Lives Across Ventura County
“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.”—Mahatma Gandhi Ventura County Community Foundation (VCCF), connects people, resources andsolutions to create a lasting impact in our world. It envisions an engaged and thrivingcommunity that is inspired by the growing generosity of the people living here. Throughtrust, empathy, and respect, change for the
Disability Advocacy Methods: Carol Leish and Call Me Capable
I’m honored to share this interview about my journey as a disability advocate and the mission behind Call Me Capable. For many years, I’ve been passionate about helping people see beyond disabilities and recognize the unique strengths, talents, and potential within every individual. Through speaking, journalism, advocacy, and education, I’ve worked to challenge stereotypes and