Building Accessible Workplaces to Support Inclusion

60 min. duration

Description

n this workshop, you will learn about practical ways to make your business more accessible and inclusive to the disability community. We’ll discuss how improving your accessibility can better serve your existing employees and clientele, while also demonstrating your dedication to building a more equitable workplace. Topics covered will include the importance of accessibility in the workplace, the principles of Universal Design, and how to prevent ‘accessibility fails’.

Learning Objectives

Following this workshop, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the importance of improving accessibility and fostering inclusion in your workplace.
2. Introduce what Universal Design is, its principles, and its role in making accessible spaces.
3. Consider ways to improve accessibility in an organization and prevent ‘accessibility fails’.