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Hey #925vers! Today we’re taking lessons from Kyyah Abdul as she shares what her journey in corporate America in her 20s have been. Always remember that your journey is YOURS, and only you gets to decide what you want it to look like💚 #20lessons #careeradvice #careerdevelopment #corporateamerica #the925ver #925vers #professionaldevelopment #careerdevelopment #925blueprint

In the pursuit of inclusive and diverse workforces, supporting parents and carers is essential. Caring transcends all protected characteristics and is vital for fostering diversity, as emphasised by Lindsey Alvis, Development and Relationship Manager at PiPA, in the Balancing Act: Take Two report. This highlights the growing challenges faced by parents and carers in the performing arts industry. Read full report on: https://lnkd.in/eHgUPy6C #PiPA #PiPACampaign #BalancingAct

Today is Young Carers Action Day, to raise awareness of the pressures placed on so many young people. Take a read of our latest Spotlight article, where we hear from young carers in Salford and how they feel: https://lnkd.in/gvrHAAGi #YoungCarers #Salford #YoungCarersActionDay

I wanted to share this video from Steph Bailey and UNLIMITED on Access Riders and how useful they can be. They also have a few great guides that are so helpful when writing one, especially on things like how you want to be referred to and moving away from medicalisation - ie, having your needs framed by a medically described impairment. The definition of disability below is also super helpful. “The social model of disability is a way of viewing the world, developed by disabled people. The Social model of disability says that people are disabled by barriers in society, not by their impairment or difference. Barriers can be physical, like buildings not having accessible toilets. Or they can be caused by people's attitudes to difference, like assuming disabled people can't do certain things. The social model helps us recognise the barriers that make life harder for disabled people. Removing these barriers creates equality and offers disabled people more independence, choice and control. #AccessRider #AccessDocument #Inclusion #Diversity #Culture https://lnkd.in/dFvDZCaw

Dare you to watch this and not cry... When you think of a world with inclusion, what does it truly mean? Does it include our children and future generations? Is your company genuinely inclusive and accessible? Inspiring and powerful kids like this remind me every day that we must do better when it comes to accessibility and inclusion. As someone who has lived with multiple disabilities and tried to fit into what others thought I should need to accommodate their lives (better yet no access), not mine, it's crucial to listen to those with lived experiences. Don't "tell" us what you "think" we need—ask us what we need instead. That's what makes a company truly accessible. A couple of ramps or bars don't accomplish the task for everyone. The disability community is diverse, and instead of trying to anticipate everyones needs, which is truly impossible, speaking to us individually is much more effective. Assuming we will never get a job is misguided. These young people will not stand for that! Together, we can create a world where everyone is included and valued for who they are. Let's embrace diversity and make a positive impact for future generations! #InclusionMatters #AccessibilityForAll #Empowerment #Disability #Advocacy #Motivation #Veterans #BeTheChange

❤️ This week is #carersweek which is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK. 💞 It also helps people who don't think of themselves as having caring responsibilities to identify as carers and access much-needed support. 🗺 This year the theme is 'Putting Carers on the Map' highlighting the invaluable contributions of carers across the UK and ensuring their voices are heard loud and clear. 🚸 Children as young as five can often find themselves in a role as young carer to a family member sometimes carrying out 50 hours of care each week on top of their normal school life. 🏫 Schools, colleges and universities can identify children, young people and adults with caring responsibilities. They can recognise the impact caring can have on their studies, as well as their personal lives. They can take action to ensure carers get the help they need to cope with what can be an intense additional pressure. 📈 Last week, we learnt that, for the second year in a row, schools in BCP were the most effective at identifying young carers across the UK 🏆 MYTIME Young Carers' Level Up Programme once again proving a vital resource and support to schools. 🧐 But there's still work to do as 72% of schools nationally say that they don't know of young carers! 📺 If you can spare a couple of minutes to watch Oritsé Williams talk of his experiences around being a young carer it really will be one of the most worthwhile break you have today.

Sharing my health journey to raise awareness about ADH1, or autosomal dominant hypocalcemia type 1, a rare and often invisible illness related to hypoparathyroidism. Living with this condition has taught me the importance of resilience, advocacy, and understanding. I hope to shed light on the challenges faced by those with invisible illnesses and inspire others to seek support and share their stories. Together, we can create a more informed and compassionate community. 💙 #InvisibleIllness #ADH1 #Hypoparathyroidism #HealthAwareness #Resilience https://lnkd.in/eTYh4X4K

When we get into a vehicle we put on a seatbelt "just in case". Enduring Powers are the decision making seatbelt. Want to learn more? Clarity West can help! #EnduringPowerofAttorney #EnduringPowerofGuardianship claritywest.com.au

A wonderful example of empathy and global solidarity, long before the establishment of #nafsa. It would be great if #nafsa honored this act somehow. #globalthoughts #intled #intleducation #internationaleducation #educationabroad #studyabroad

We are a unique organization - I urge you to look at what we do and what people say about us. Perhaps you yourself have been a benefactor of services we provide. #tkfg #innerorbis #ottawaeststeplanning #ottawainsuranceplanning #ottawabusinessadvising