Understanding Accessibility: Learning from People with Disabilities

Overview

Our Experience Accessibility course provides a unique opportunity for participants to meet people with disabilities and hear about their experiences navigating the world. This interactive session focuses on understanding the use of assistive technologies and fostering comfort in communicating and asking questions. The course aims to put a face and name to the concept of disability, enhancing empathy and understanding within teams.

Course Highlights

  • Firsthand Accounts from People with Disabilities,
  • Understanding the Use of Assistive Technologies,
  • Fostering Comfort in Communication and Questions,
  • Personalizing the Experience of Disability

Learning Objectives

  • Engage with and learn from the personal experiences of people with disabilities.,
  • Understand the various assistive technologies used by individuals with disabilities.,
  • Develop comfort and confidence in communicating and asking questions.,
  • Enhance empathy and personalize the experience of disability within the team.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for all team members, particularly those in customer service, human resources, and leadership roles, who want to enhance their understanding and empathy towards people with disabilities.

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Duration

2-hours

Custom Training for Clients

For our training sessions that last four hours or longer, we can divide them into 2-hour blocks. You have the option to spread out these blocks over multiple days and conduct them virtually. Our team has discovered that this approach benefits participants more. It helps with retention and allows for more practice opportunities.

  • Workshops: Comprehensive online workshops designed to address your specific requirements.
  • Webinars: Live, interactive sessions delivered virtually, customized for your team.
  • Onsite Training: Tailored sessions conducted at your location, customized to meet your specific needs.

General Zoom Workshops

  • Standard Zoom Workshops: Join our regularly scheduled Zoom workshops, open to the general public and designed to provide a standard learning experience without customization.