Hamilton has broken barriers and changed how we view the vehicle of musical theater. The social statements it makes are too numerous to count the first time you encounter it. But I have been struck by the remarkable parallel it has drawn to the struggle of capable professionals living with disabilities, in the American workplace.… Continue Reading Hamilton and Challenging Disability Perceptions
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Disability Awareness: a Business Toolkit
For those of us who want to continue to do business and attract capable employees in a future where disabilities become more common, being aware of the disabilities our customers, employees and coworkers live with, will directly impact our ability to stay competitive and viable. How we respond to the challenges and changes will interpret what kind of a culture we are building within our organizations, as well as the type of message we are sending to the public. Continue Reading Disability Awareness: a Business Toolkit
A Family Journey with Epilepsy and the Human Right to Healthcare
November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month in the US. While many people have heard of this disorder, few people understand what it is and how public attitudes toward it, and healthcare, have influenced how people have lived with it. In my extended and family of origin, Epilepsy was, and still is, so frequent that we were… Continue Reading A Family Journey with Epilepsy and the Human Right to Healthcare
ADA Anniversary and Digital Independence for People Living with Disabilities
The anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act is a great time to revisit how accessible your website, or software, is for users living with a variety of disabilities. Continue Reading ADA Anniversary and Digital Independence for People Living with Disabilities
How Mental Illness Can Impact Digital Access
Nearly 20% of the US population lives with a form of mental illness. Developing to ensure their access will help you reach more people. Continue Reading How Mental Illness Can Impact Digital Access
Fallacies About Hiring People Living With Disabilities
As the public focus of NDEAM fades, I’m left wondering, why is it so difficult for people to see the possibilities and opportunities of including professionals living with disabilities in their workplaces, except for one month out of the year? As the founder and President of WeCo, a company that is nearly 100% staff… Continue Reading Fallacies About Hiring People Living With Disabilities
Inclusion Works: Employing People with Disabilities
It’s important to know that reasonable workplace accommodations for people with disabilities is possible without a huge budget. Continue Reading Inclusion Works: Employing People with Disabilities
