While what constitutes proper disability etiquette is ever-evolving, globally situational, and open to individual interpretation, there are universal attitudes, behaviors and language that can help you set a firm foundation. Whether you’re a newcomer to the disability community or a seasoned veteran, everyone can benefit from established etiquette best practices. This session will feature professionals with apparent and non-apparent disabilities outlining the fundamentals of good etiquette and providing a safe space to get answers to those questions that might be too awkward to ask elsewhere.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn what ableism means and how certain words and actions could be considered micro-aggressions.
- Discover how respectful and disability-inclusive conversations and interactions can expand the potential for favorable employee, customer, supplier, and community experiences for your business.
- Gain insight into your own disability etiquette situations and scenarios during a safe space open discussion.
Moderator:
Ryan Commerson, Vice President of Brand Marketing at Sorenson Communications
Panelists:
- Lucia Rios, Workforce Navigators Program Associate at Salesforce
- Christine Vanek, Global Accommodations & Accessibility Leader at Otis
- Millie Rhind, Talent Acquisition Manager at Baker Hughes
- Amber Bauer, Senior Program Manager – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Learning at Walmart