Disability Inclusion Workshops

About

As philanthropists, we envision communities that value and support people in all their diverse manifestations. We promote equality of opportunity and equitable outcomes. Yet, when we talk about diversity and inclusive philanthropy, we often mention disability at the very end of a long list—if it gets mentioned at all. 

We must deepen our understanding of disability as a natural part of the human experience. Those who work full time in this sphere prefer to think of it, not as disability funding, but rather put the emphasis on accessibility. In truth, we’re not funding a disability; we’re working to break down barriers and improve access. 

Join us for one or both workshops on disability inclusion, with applications to your foundation’s operations and governance as well as your grantmaking. These are active learning environments with both presentations and small group discussions. The programs will not be recorded.  

Workshop #1: Best Practices for Disability Inclusion: A 101 Conversation Around Disability

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 @ 2:00-3:30 PM ET 

Disability is often used to reference an individual’s physical and/or mental health conditions, their relation to hospitals, rehabilitation services, and other medical services. This interactive workshop will help you understand disability prevalence and move beyond symptoms to focusing on inclusion. You will leave with guidance around reasonable accommodations and cultivating a culture that is inclusive of people with disabilities.  

Learning outcomes include:  

• Define disability and explore its significance to overarching equity efforts 
• Become aware of and begin to address any potential internal or organizational biases 

• Identify actions steps in addressing inequity as it relates to disability 

Workshop #2: Managing Bias 

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 @ 2:00-3:30 PM ET 

 A more inclusive and culturally responsive workplace requires an understanding of bias and how its impact on teams. This workshop aims to empower how we engage others and make decisions at work. Participants will wrestle with the personal, cultural, and professional manifestations of bias.  

 Learning outcomes include: 

• Define bias and identify its impact in the workplace
• Explore how bias influences efforts to foster diversity and inclusion
• Discuss techniques for disrupting bias