Breaking Barriers: Minimizing Disability Stigma in the Workplace

May 15, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM (UTC)

Dubai

This Global Accessibility Awareness Day - Let's put our learnings and passion into action!

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About this event

As a follow-up to the Roundtable Discussion: Disability Inclusion in the Workplace in December 2024, hosted by the Culture First Dubai Chapter, we are taking our learnings a step forward with this practical workshop aimed at equipping HR leaders with actionable toolkits and strategies to implement and operationalize their vision of a more inclusive and accessible workplace.

Facilitator:

Emily Goodson experienced a brain injury when she was 8 years old and has lived with a physical disability ever since. Emily will use her story and HR expertise to lead a discussion on dismantling disability stigma in the workplace. This session will challenge misconceptions, foster empathy, and equip participants with practical tools to create a more inclusive and supportive environment.

Key takeaways include:

  • Identifying and challenging disability stereotypes

  • Developing language and behaviors that promote inclusivity

  • Building effective communication and collaboration skills

  • Discussing practical strategies for fostering an accessible workplace

  • Becoming an ally for individuals with disabilities

    This is going to be a one-of-a-kind Culture First Event as Dubai connects LIVE with Emily from New York and chapter members from Geneva and Singapore, to participate in this truly global community collaboration and exchange of best practices on disability inclusion from different jurisdictions!

    Hoping to see Chapter Members participate and represent the Dubai perspective by sharing their insights and experiences!

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When

When

Thursday, May 15, 2025
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM (UTC)

Agenda

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Workshop Starts

Facilitator

  • Emily Goodson

    CultureSmart

    Founder & CEO

Hosts

  • Natalia Bayurova

    Award-Winning Trauma Informed Facilitator for Sustainability and Regeneration

  • Xin Yi Yap

    Award-Winning Global Cultures, Equity, and Inclusion Practitioner

  • Hannah Siddiqui

    KALEIDOSCOPE DEI CONSULTING, DUBAI

    Managing Principal

Organizer

  • Hannah Siddiqui

    Kaleidoscope DEI Consulting

    Chapter Lead

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