Bedste National Disability Institute-podcasts (2024)

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S2E11 Rebecca McGrath: inside a multi-billion-dollar M&A deal, preparing for meetings with a new board, and learnings from working overseas 46:29

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Rebecca McGrath FAICD is the Chair of Investa Property Group, plus a director with Macquarie Group and Bank, Djerriwarrh Investments and Melbourne Business School. We talk about: OzMinerals’ multi-billion-dollar acquisition by BHP, learnings from working overseas, and preparing for meetings at a new board. Plus, key insights on the board’s role in …

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Episode 134: ‘I Am in Here’ – Elizabeth Bonker’s Mission to Expand the Power of Neurodiversity 28:44

9d ago28:44

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For more information, bios, resources, and transcripts visit https://adalive.org/episodes/episode-134/As many as 40% of people with autism are non-speaking — which is more than 30 million worldwide. Yet only a small fraction of non-speakers have been taught how to type to communicate.We will talk with Elizabeth Bonker about her mission to enable no…

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S2E10 – Lisa Chung: Advice for new directors, governance at PwC Australia, and why boards need a sense of humour 34:26

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Lisa Chung AM FAICD is the chair of Australian Unity and the Front Project. She also has board roles with PwC Australia, AVJennings and the Foundation of the Art Gallery of NSW. We discuss: advice for new directors, governance at PwC Australia and lessons on being a successful chair. Plus, why boards need a sense of humour.…

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Season Three Episode 6: Invisible Strengths: The Hidden Advantage in Today's Workforce 29:43

18d ago29:43

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In this episode, guest Mariah Barber, Founder and CEO of Invisible Strengths, is interviewed by host Caroline Bolas, Small Business Specialist at NDI. Drawing on her own experiences, Mariah provides insights into the challenges that individuals with disabilities, especially those with intersecting identities, can face when trying to find employment…

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Season Three Episode 5: Creative Minds, Innovative Solutions: Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs Speak 46:36

18d ago46:36

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In this episode, guests Lilian Aluri of The Nerdware Store and J Li of Prototype Thinking Labs are interviewed by host Lydia X.Z. Brown, Director of Public Policy at NDI. his episode features a conversation with two neurodivergent small business owners. Lilian Aluri started her art business, The Nerdware Store, at the beginning of 2021 to share whi…

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Season Three Episode 4: The Neurodivergent Advantage: Unique Perspectives in Business Leadership 48:57

18d ago48:57

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In this episode, guests Elayne Otstot of Singing River Consulting and Dr. Karissa Burnett of Divergent Pathways are interviewed by host Lydia X.Z. Brown, Director of Public Policy at NDI. The conversation delves into the experiences of two neurodivergent small business owners. Elayne shares insights from her accessibility and communications consult…

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Season Three Episode 3: From Job Seeker to Change Maker: Dr. Kirk Adams on Transforming Workplace Inclusion 24:15

18d ago24:15

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Dr. Kirk Adams Consultant, Inspiration Foundation, is interviewed by host Nikki Powis, Director, Small Business Programs, NDI. Dr. Adams has been a Blind job seeker, an employee in corporate America facing challenges around accommodation and discrimination and an employer of people who are Blind and DeafBlind. He has a PhD in Leadership and Change …

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Season Three Episode 2: Peaceful Profits: How Disability-Inclusive Hiring Built a Successful Snack Company 33:31

18d ago33:31

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Evan Delahanty, Founder and CEO, Peaceful Fruits joins host Nikki Powis, Director, Small Business Programs, NDI, as he shares how he started the company Peaceful Fruits while intentionally hiring staff with disabilities and paying them competitive wages. He explains how he started from a mission to build a company that he was proud of and ended up …

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Season Three Episode 1: Unlocking Hidden Talent: The Power of Disability-Inclusive Hiring 24:02

18d ago24:02

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In this episode, guest Wendy Strobel Gower, Project Director, NE ADA Center, is interviewed by host Nikki Powis, Director, Small Business Programs, NDI. Listeners will learn about accessing an underutilized labor pool during the “great resignation” and recent challenges to find talent. The discussion will include how companies can address fears, as…

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S2E9 – Audette Exel: Social entrepreneurship in action, learning from mistakes, and the board’s role in promoting philanthropy 36:47

18d ago36:47

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Audette Exel AO is the Chair of Adara Group and a director at Westpac. She’s also a former board member at Suncorp and ex-Chair of the Bermuda Stock Exchange. We discuss: Adara’s mission & purpose, learning from mistakes, and social entrepreneurship in action. Plus, what can boards do to better promote philanthropy?…

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S2E8 – Jessica Bulger: First Nations perspectives on governance, balancing executive and board roles, benefits of a co-chair model 37:13

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Jessica Bulger MAICD is the CEO of the Australian Indigenous Governance Institute and the Co-Chair of Outward Bound Australia. We talk about: First Nations peoples’ perspectives on governance, balancing executive and board roles, plus the benefits of a co-chair model.Af Australian Institute of Company Directors

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S2E7 – David Kirk: Investing in Australia’s tech start-ups, what big companies can learn from small ones, and how to prepare for board meetings 40:04

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David Kirk MAICD is the chair of Bailador Technology Investments, KMD Brands and KiwiHarvest. He’s also a former CEO at Fairfax Limited and captained the All Blacks to their first Rugby World Cup victory. We discuss: investing in Australia’s tech start-ups, what big companies can learn from smaller ones, and tips on preparing for board meetings. Pl…

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Episode 133: ADA Rule on Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by Government 39:42

1M ago39:42

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More information, transcripts, bios, and resources available at adalive.org/episodes/episode-132. State and local governments provide many services, programs, and activities through websites and mobile applications (apps). When these are not accessible, they create barriers for people with disabilities to access government services and programs, li…

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S2E6 – Jane Spring: Advice for new board members, lived experience in the disability sector and key questions for management 42:35

1M ago42:35

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Jane Spring AM is the chair of the Australian Disability Strategy Advisory Council and the NSW Disability Council. She’s also chair at Sydney University Sport and a board member with Venues NSW. We speak with Jane about: advice for new board members, the importance of lived experience for boards in the disability sector, and her key questions for m…

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S2E5 – Dr Susan Neuhaus: Leadership lessons from the ADF, governance at the Australian War Memorial and transferring skills from the operating theatre to the boardroom 31:25

2M ago31:25

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Dr Susan Neuhaus AM CSC FAICD is a Council Member at the Australian War Memorial, plus a director with Aspen Medical, Medical Insurance Group Australia and Defence Health Limited. She’s also a practising surgeon and had a distinguished 20-year career in the Australian Army and Army Reserve. Susan talks with us about leadership lessons from the Aust…

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S2E4 – Dr Ian Oppermann: AI opportunities, data safeguards, and scientists in the boardroom 42:16

2M ago42:16

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Dr Ian Oppermann GAICD is a co-founder of ServiceGen, plus the former Chief Data Scientist for the New South Wales Government. He speak to us about: artificial intelligence opportunities, governance safeguards around the use of data, and what scientists can add to the boardroom.Af Australian Institute of Company Directors

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S2E3 – Dr Larry Marshall: Net zero challenges, future tech trends and the board’s role in fostering innovation 31:55

2M ago31:55

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Dr Larry Marshall FAICD is a director with Fortescue and Nanosonics, plus a former CEO at the CSIRO. We talk about: challenges in the transition to net zero, future technology trends and the board’s role in fostering innovation at their organisation.Af Australian Institute of Company Directors

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Episode 132: Nurse's Guide to the ADA: Caring for Patients with Disabilities 32:13

2M ago32:13

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More information, transcripts, bios, and resources available at adalive.org/episodes/episode-132. One of the most important issues for people with disabilities is being able to get the health care they need in their communities.According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH):People with disabilities often experience a wide and varying range of…

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S2E2 – Virginia Bourke: Lessons from the pandemic, challenges for the NFP sector and conflicts in the boardroom 34:27

2M ago34:27

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Virginia Bourke FAICD is the Chair of Mercy Health, Pro-Chancellor of the Australian Catholic University and a director with Catholic Health Australia. She speaks to us about: lessons from the pandemic on crisis management, challenges for the NFP sector and tips for resolving conflicts in the boardroom.…

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S2E1 - Andrew Penn: Preparing for cyber attacks, effective Chair-CEO relationships and governance issues at the National Gallery of Victoria 33:41

2M ago33:41

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Andrew Penn AO is a director with Coles Group and a council member at the National Gallery of Victoria. He’s also a former CEO of Telstra and served as the Chair of the federal government’s Expert Advisory Panel on cyber security strategy. We talk about: lessons for boards on cyber security, advice around effective Chair-CEO relationships, and gove…

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Boardroom Conversations - Season two is coming soon 1:23

3M ago1:23

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A new season of the AICD's Boardroom Conversations podcast is set to launch soon. We'll be talking to more of Australia's top directors about their careers, leadership lessons and the key issues facing today's boardrooms. Each episode will have important insights for experienced directors, and people who are just beginning their board careers.…

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Episode 131: Making State Government Programs and Services Accessible 30:13

3M ago30:13

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More information, transcripts, bios, and resources available at adalive.org/episodes/episode-131. Each July we celebrate the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The United States has come a long way in fulfilling the promise of the ADA since President George H.W. Bush signed the ADA into law on July 26, 1990, and said…

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Episode 130: RETAIN Kentucky Helps Employees Stay at Work or Return to Work 34:09

4M ago34:09

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More information, transcripts, bios, and resources available at adalive.org/episodes/episode-130.The Southeast ADA Center and the ADA National Network get a lot of questions about workplace accommodations. This includes questions about when and how employees can stay at work or return to work after a disabling illness or injury.The U.S. Department …

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The Detour 22:18

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What happens when circumstances take your life in a completely different direction?? You make it the best way you can - and as Elwood Blues from the Blues Brothers says - “It’s a hundred and six miles to Chicago. We got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it’s dark, and we’re wearing sunglasses.” Join me for my own ride - London…

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Episode 129: Employment Discrimination and the ADA: Insights from the EEOC 40:35

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More information, transcripts, bios, and resources available at adalive.org/episodes/episode-129. Each month, the 10 ADA Centers receive hundreds of calls and emails asking for disability-related information and guidance on their legal rights and responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Many people ask about their employmen…

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Episode 5: From SSDI to Executive Field Agent: Returning to the Workforce 18:09

6M ago18:09

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In this episode, you'll hear from Rebecca Blaine as she shares her journey of transitioning back to work after overcoming stage 3 cancer and Lynch Syndrome while on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). With help from the American Dream Employment Network (ADEN) and the Ticket to Work program, Rebecca successfully returned to work as an exec…

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EMPOWER Podcast Featuring Special Guest Angelica Bidlack, Founder of Themis Magazine 25:08

6M ago25:08

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Greetings listeners! Welcome back to our EMPOWER Podcast! We are embarking on Season 2 of our podcast, and we are proud to spotlight Ms. Angelica Bidlack, a passionate advocate for social and environmental justice and Founder of Themis Magazine, an online publication designed to amplify the voices of young people. Read more about Angelica below: An…

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Episode 128: Helping Youth and Adults with Autism Build Independent Lives 28:55

6M ago28:55

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More information, transcripts, bios, and resources available at adalive.org/episodes/episode-128.It’s April and in recognition of Autism Acceptance Month, we will talk about the rights autistic people have under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Many people who are autistic or are neurodivergent have difficulty with social situations and p…

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Episode 6: Guest: Amy Hewitt "No one is better at telling your story than you are." 28:22

7M ago28:22

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Our guest is Amy Hewitt, Ph.D., director of the Institute on Community Integration at the University of Minnesota. Amy explains that as direct support professionals, you have to fight for what you need and for the recognition and respect that you deserve – and she knows! Amy has been a direct support professional, is a family member of someone who …

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Episode 127: What Are Developmental Disabilities Councils? 33:58

7M ago33:58

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More information, transcripts, bios, and resources available at adalive.org/episodes/episode-127. March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, when we raise awareness and promote acceptance of people with developmental disabilities.In thinking about the barriers faced by people with developmental disabilities and their families, it can be h…

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Episode 5: Advocating for Yourself with Megan Russell 30:55

8M ago30:55

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Megan Russell has supported Jay as a direct support professional (DSP) for the past 10 years. In this episode, Megan talks about her experience at the NADSP Advocacy Symposium where she learned the skills to advocate for herself and the people she supports to her legislators. She explains the importance of personal storytelling and shares that it's…

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Episode 126: Synergies Work: Growing Disability-Owned Small Businesses 32:21

8M ago32:21

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More information, transcripts, bios, and resources available at adalive.org/episodes/episode-126/.Synergies Work is the largest non-profit in the United States that enables entrepreneurs with disabilities to build sustainable micro-enterprises. They provide end-to-end business solutions and bridge the opportunity gaps between the disability and the…

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Episode 4: Michelle Murphy on Becoming an Interviewer 32:08

9M ago32:08

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Michelle Murphy left the corporate world 19 years ago and became a direct support professional (DSP) when her sister strongly suggested she come to work with her at her workshop job. Michelle is now a DSP Certified-1 at Arc Mid-Hudson in Kingston, New York. In this episode of A Closer Look, Michelle talks about her article in Frontline Initiative a…

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Episode 21: Long COVID: An Emerging, Essential Research Area 38:08

9M ago38:08

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Tune in for a conversation about research into long COVID with Dr. Vidya Sundar, Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy at the University of New Hampshire, and Debra Brucker, Associate Professor, Institute on Disability, at the University of New Hampshire.

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Episode 20: Long COVID and Disability Employment Policy 54:22

9M ago54:22

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This episode features a conversation with Sharon Rennert, Senior Attorney Advisor for EEOC about long COVID and disability employment policy.

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Episode 19: Accommodations in the Era of Long COVID 38:41

9M ago38:41

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This episode features a conversation with Yana Rodgers, Professor in the Department of Labor Studies and Employment Relations in the School of Management and Labor Relations at Rutgers University and Jennifer Cohen, Assistant Professor of Global and Intercultural Studies at Miami University about accommodations in the era of long COVID.…

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Episode 18: Advocating for Long Haulers 39:32

9M ago39:32

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Tune in for a conversation about advocating for COVID long haulers, with Andrew Wylam, President and co-founder of Pandemic Patients.

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Episode125: Applying the ADA Integration Mandate & Olmstead to Sheltered Employment 23:06

9M ago23:06

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More information, transcripts, bios, and resources available at adalive.org/episodes/episode-125/. According to the Department of Justice (DOJ), a significant number of individuals with disabilities spend their day receiving public services in sheltered workshops and facility-based day programs. In a report titled, Beyond Segregated and Exploited, …

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Episode 4: From Disability to the Stars: Overcoming Injury to Work on the Artemis Moon Mission 13:54

10M ago13:54

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On this inspirational episode of the American Dream Employment Network podcast, host Kevin Nickerson has an uplifting conversation with Paul Guerreso, an engineer who rebuilt his life and career after suffering a devastating spinal injury. Paul shares his incredible journey of healing and determination to return to full-time employment, crediting r…

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Episode 124: Global Disability Rights and the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 31:34

10M ago31:34

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More information, resources, and transcript visit: adalive.org/episodes/episode-124/Each year the United Nations recognizes December 3 as International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This year’s theme is “United in action to rescue and achieve the sustainable development goals for with and by people with disabilities.” Social Media Tags: #IDPD #…

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Season Two Episode 6: Empoderadas en Diversidad: Emprendimiento y Amor más Allá de las Barreras 32:10

10M ago32:10

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This episode was recorded in Spanish: Es un poderoso podcast donde exploramos las inspiradoras historias de dos madres emprendedoras, cada una enfrentando desafíos únicos relacionados con discapacidades y brindando apoyo a sus hijos con descapacidades. (Tune in as we dive into the inspiring stories of two mothers in entrepreneurship, each facing th…

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A conversation with Paul Grossman 47:27

11M ago47:27

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More information, transcripts, and resources available at: https://section504at50.org/episodes/paul-grossman/For over 30 years, Paul Grossman served as the Chief Regional Attorney for the US Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR) in San Francisco. In Washington, D.C. and San Francisco, Paul has worked on every type of education disc…

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Season Two Episode 5: Digital Accessibility: Making Your Online Services and Content Fully Accessible 22:42

11M ago22:42

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Listeners will learn about the importance of digital accessibility. Kim Alfonso of Results One will share her expertise on how to be fully inclusive with digital services and content. Results One strives to create a world that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible. Their training programs are tailored to each work environment and workfor…

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Season Two Episode 4: The Science of Well-Being at Work: Insights from Positive Psychology 23:08

11M ago23:08

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NDI Deputy Director Elizabeth Jennings will share tools and strategies from the field of Positive Psychology. Elizabeth will discuss the science behind worker well-being, how to make small changes that can have a big impact and free tools you can use to improve well-being within your company.

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Season Two Episode 3: Legal Pathways to Business Ownership for Adults with Disabilities 20:40

11M ago20:40

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This podcast, featuring Jonathan Martinis, Esq. of Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University, will share legal vehicles for parents and guardians of adults with disabilities to optimize their ability to be small business owners. The podcast will address guardianship, self-determination, and power of attorney.…

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Episode 123: Understanding the Effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) 47:05

12M ago47:05

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More information, resources, and transcript visit: https://adalive.org/episodes/episode-123/According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, occurs when we are exposed to a traumatic event. About half of U.S. adults will experience a traumatic event in our lifetimes. Although some people will exp…

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Episodio 122: La Red Nacional ADA se conecta con hispanos y latinos 35:54

12M ago35:54

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En celebración del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre, reconocemos las contribuciones y la rica influencia de los hispanoamericanos a la historia, la cultura y los logros de los Estados Unidos. La comunidad hispana de personas con discapacidades tiene un papel importante que desempeñar en esta celebración.El Centro de…

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Season Two Episode 2: Turning Adversity into Opportunity: Lessons for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 33:53

1y ago33:53

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Listeners will hear the journey to business from a panel of disability small business owners including: Neena Massey, Founder and Artistic Director of Neena Expressions and Kristin Gross of Navdee.

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Season Two Episode 1: The Small Business Playbook: Tips from Veteran Consultant Will Holmes 33:26

1y ago33:26

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Will Holmes, an experienced business management consultant, and founder of Will Holmes Consulting will share his expertise on small business development. He provides practical information for business owners on accessing capital, growing revenue, hiring staff and community impact.

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Katherine Macfarlane 504at50 42:24

1y ago42:24

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More information, transcripts, and resources available at: https://section504at50.org/episodes/katherine-macfarlane/Professor Macfarlane is a leading expert on civil procedure, civil rights litigation, and disability law. She has also served as the Special Counsel to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights, working on the overhaul o…

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