Sessions

The Fear and Stigma training takes participants through a greater understanding of the disability community and the strength of this untapped resource. Participants will get a view of the array of disabilities, proper etiquette and data that supports individuals in the workplace. The discussion will provide best practices, case studies and outcomes from Pepsi, Frito Lay and more. There will be a great focus on culture and how individuals with disabilities fit within the culture of our workplace. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of why hiring individuals with disabilities is “smart business.”

Learning Objectives:

• A greater understanding of the disability community, the strength of this untapped talent resource, and an awareness of the wide array of disabilities AND abilities.
• An overview of actual outcomes, business solutions and best practices through case studies and videos.
• Gain an understanding of the importance of culture and how talent with disabilities fit within the culture of your workplace.
• Leave with a clear understanding of why hiring talent with disabilities is “smart business” and an increased level of comfort on how to engage, lead, and mentor individuals with disabilities in the workplace.