Disability Inclusion: Unpacking the Social Model of Disability

Canadian Equality Consulting

Unpacking the Social Model of Disability to advance disability inclusion in workplaces.

Join us for an impactful event during Disability Pride Month, dedicated to raising awareness and understanding the workplace challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. Our featured speakers will offer valuable insights and discuss best practices for creating accommodating and inclusive work environments.Topics will include accessibility measures, reasonable accommodations, and strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion. We will also explore the social model of disability and how to apply it to the workplace, shifting the focus from individual limitations to removing external barriers.Our goal is to empower organizations to foster an atmosphere where people with disabilities can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and feel fully embraced as valued members of the workforce.Additionally, we will celebrate the achievements and contributions of individuals with disabilities while advocating for a more inclusive and equitable society. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a movement towards greater workplace inclusion and diversity! Speaker: Lionel Migrino is a recognized community leader and advocate for inclusion. He holds a Bachelor of Management degree from the University of Lethbridge, with a major in Human Resources and Labour Relations. Lionel is currently employed at Pembina Pipeline, where he contributes to Employee Services and leads the charge in the Accessibility space.Drawing from his personal experience as a Filipinx-Canadian living with cerebral palsy, Lionel is a passionate advocate for accessibility, diversity, inclusivity, equity, and justice. He is an eloquent speaker on social issues including mental health, disability justice, and racism. Lionel has facilitated anti-racism and decolonization training, as well as disability and accessibility workshops in both non-profit and corporate environments.

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Disability Inclusion: Unpacking the Social Model of Disability

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