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DISABILITY AWARENESS &
DIVERSITY TRAINING

"I know I'm disabled. You know I'm disabled. But it seems like you don't know that I know I'm disabled. And you don't want to be the one to tell me!"

WHAT YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES (BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK!)

Unasked questions about disability often inhibit clear, comfortable communication between disabled and non-disabled individuals. In this light-hearted presentation, Norman Kunc outlines many of the myths, misconceptions, and misinformation about disabilities and gives the audience the opportunity of getting their questions asked without the risk of embarrassment.


Recommended Venue: Keynote or Workshop
Length of Session: 75 - 90 minutes
Max. Audience Size: Unlimited

Norm and Emma, through wit, intelligence and substance - and without cheap sentiment - are able to help us see the notions of ability and disability in a fresh and liberating way.  Once you've heard their message, you'll be afar richer person.
David Chojnacki
Director - Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Schools (NESA)


"Increasingly, our society is recognizing that disability is not an abnormaity, but a natural part of human life."

BEYOND BENEVOLENCE: BECOMING COMFORTABLE WITH DISABILITY IN THE WORKPLACE

Whether they be potential clients, customers, or co-workers, it is undeniable that people with disabilities are increasingly becoming an integral part of society.   Business and government are quickly realizing that  they must help their employees move beyond “political correctness” and become more aware and comfortable in the presence of people with disabilities. Specifically, the following issues will be addressed:

  • 10 tips for clear, relaxed communication with people with disabilities
  • Realistic guidelines for hiring and (if necessary) firing employees with disabilities
  • Reasonable Accommodation made simple
  • The real and unexpected benefits of having employees with disabilities


Recommended Venue: Keynote or Workshop
Length of Session: 75 - 90 minutes
Max. Audience Size: Unlimited