Services:

• Inclusive Solutions

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• Inclusive Design

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• Coaching

Hi, I’m

Ariel Matz

Inclusion Consultant rooted in people, purpose, and possibility

I work alongside individuals with disabilities, families, and community organizations to create realistic, strengths-based pathways to meaningful participation—in school, at work, and in the community.

Through Ariel Matz Consulting, I provide inclusive consulting and coaching focused on inclusive design, employment strategy, and personalized planning. My work supports individuals as they explore what comes next, helps families navigate decisions with clarity and confidence, and partners with employers and organizations to design inclusive, sustainable opportunities.

With over 15 years of experience as a special educator, instructional coach, and inclusion leader—and training through Teach for America and VCU’s Center on Transition Innovations—my work is grounded in person-centered planning, supported employment, and collaborative systems design. I partner with schools, nonprofits, and employers across Pittsburgh to strengthen inclusive practices, build meaningful programs and curricula, and open doors to employment, connection, and community life.

At the heart of my work is a simple belief: everyone deserves to feel valued—and to have meaningful opportunities to grow, contribute, and belong.