#276: Life in the “New Normal”- Cultivating Compassion and Resilience
In this episode, Debra is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss the challenges that people are facing in this “new normal” phase of the pandemic. Discover what we need to do to be compassionate with ourselves, and how to consistently engage in self-care. This episode was recorded live on Facebook, […]
#275: Inclusion of AAPI Individuals with Disabilities and Debunking the Model Minority Myth
This special episode of Human Potential at Work features a panel of experts discussing the issue of bullying of Asian Americans and what companies can do to be inclusive towards the AAPI community with disabilities. You’ll also learn about SCADA, the Southern California Asian Deaf Association, why it was formed, and how it has benefited […]
#274: The Kessler Foundation: Driving Positive Change for People with Disabilities
Elaine Katz, Senior Vice President of Grants and Communications for the Kessler Foundation, joins the program to discuss how her organization drives positive change for people with disabilities. Discover how the Kessler Foundation conducts groundbreaking rehabilitation and disability employment research and fund innovative initiatives to provide access to job opportunities. This episode was […]
#273: Designing a Watch That Works for Everyone
Hyungsoo Kim joins the program to discuss his journey of creating the Bradley Timepeace, which features raised hour markers that allow you to feel the time by touch. Guided by the conviction that everyone has a right to time, Kim collaborated with designers and persons with vision impairments to create a watch that everyone—sighted or […]
The State of Accessibility in Major Corporations
A few months ago, I attended a webinar by Joe Devon, Founder of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). It has been 9 years since he started GAAD. You’d think businesses, schools, and even governments would have made their websites accessible. However, Mr. Devon presented some sober statistics, including 98.1% of homepages have at least one […]