How to be an Anti-Ableist Ally | Christine vs. Work

https://youtu.be/oMtwhNRleOY?si=sP0HA5vqWCiQxokC

How to be an Anti-Ableist Ally | Christine vs. Work 

In “How to be an Anti-Ableist Ally | Christine vs. Work,” we delve into a pressing issue—ableism in the workplace. The video starts by emphasizing the staggering statistics about disabilities and chronic health conditions in society. It underlines that ableism, akin to sexism or racism, is detrimental and deeply rooted. This talk empowers corporate leaders to recognize that their workplaces may unwittingly foster ableism through policies like a lack of paid family leave or HR dismissals. Leaders are also given some advice on how to intentionally include their employees with disabilities. 

Reflection Prompts

1. At US², we tend to steer away from sharing statistics and numbers; rather focusing on the feeling evoked by statistics. However, this video began with a series of statistics; reflect on the statistics presented. Did those numbers seem high or low to you, and why? How does your response reflect on your experience of ableism and disability throughout your life? 
2. What are the changes that YOU wish to see?