Fundamental level training

Including Persons with Disabilities

Deepen your understanding of how disability impacts an individuals experience and engagement in the workplace.

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Learning Objectives

Gain knowledge and strategies to foster a more inclusive and accommodating work environment. Through thought-provoking discussions and hands-on activities, participants will explore key concepts such as able-bodied privilege, ableism, inclusive design, and accommodations, gaining valuable insights into the challenges faced by persons with disabilities. You will learn about the various types of disability in the workplace, including neurodiversity and episodic disabilities,

Terminology and Language

  • Use appropriate and respectful terminology related to disability and persons with disabilities, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

Understanding Disability and its Impact

  • Better understand disability, including and its multifaceted impact on the workplace, fostering empathy and awareness.
  • Explore the social versus medical approach to disability, recognizing the importance of societal attitudes and structures in shaping the experiences of individuals with disabilities.
  • Identify and understand the various types of disability, including neurodiversity and episodic disabilities, to recognize the diverse experiences and needs of individuals with disabilities.

Implementation of Inclusion Strategies

  • Implement practical strategies and principles to improve the inclusion of persons with disabilities in the workplace, promoting accessibility and equal opportunities for all employees.
  • Examine the specific challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in the workplace, including workplace barriers and attitudinal barriers, and explore strategies to address these barriers and promote inclusion.

Recognition of Ableism and Privilege

  • Recognize instances of ableism and able-bodied privilege in the workplace and society, fostering a culture of empathy, understanding, and equity for individuals with disabilities.

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