Saran Tugsjargal

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Saran Tugsjargal

She/her/hers

Disability Advocate + Commissioner - California Department of Education Advisory Commission Special Education

Mongolia and USA

Saran Tugsjargal is a student with ASD, SLD, ADHD at Alameda Community Learning Center, active in student government and various clubs. Despite facing bullying and resource limitations due to her disabilities, she advocates for equitable education. Her goal is to prove that disabilities don't hinder leadership. Collaborating with ACLC's special education department, she amplifies disabled student experiences. Initiating the Mongolian American Disability Mentorship program in Summer 2023, she mentored over 50+ families. In October 2023, she became one of California's first student commissioners with disabilities, representing over 800,000 students. Speaking at conferences like Breaking Barriers and CarsPlus, she's influenced over 400+ educators. Notably, she championed bill AB2173, changing "emotional disturbance" to "emotional disability." Recognized with awards like the Rotary Youth Leadership Award and the Ronald Reagan Leadership Medal, she's celebrated for her exceptional leadership and advocacy.