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How Universal Design Will Make Your Store Profits Rise
Did you know the global spending power of people with disabilities is estimated to be a staggering $8 trillion? That’s a massive customer base waiting to be tapped into! And the key to unlocking it lies in universal design.
Workplace Design for Mental Wellness: How to Begin
Prioritizing employee well-being shouldn’t be confined to a single calendar month. However, May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which makes it an opportune time to reflect on how employers can foster environments that support mental well-being.
From Awkward to Awesome: 8 Disability Etiquette Tips
Let’s be honest. We all have moments when we are unsure of the best way to interact with co-workers.
This is where workplace etiquette comes in. It’s meant to eliminate those awkward moments–creating a respectful, professional, and positive work environment for everyone
How to Name Your Firm’s Disability ERGs and BRGs
Resource groups are becoming more prevalent as the workplace culture shifts to create a more diverse and inclusive environment. ERG (Employee Resource Group) and BRG (Business Resource Group) are the most widely used terms to describe these groups within organizations.
Your Guide to Universal Design Certification in 9 Simple Steps
Imagine a building that feels like an effortless extension of yourself, regardless of size, age, or ability. That’s the wonder of Universal Design (UD), a concept centered on creating environments that the greatest number of people can access, understand, and use. And it’s not impossible to achieve! It’s probably easier than you think.
Setting a New Standard for Inclusion in Casting: Marvel’s Echo
Have you watched the latest Marvel series, “Echo,” on Disney+? If you haven’t, you should. It’s a groundbreaking series that sets a new standard for inclusive casting and showcases the transformative power of inclusive recruitment.
Why Universal Design is the Best Business Choice
These days, competition is fierce, consumers are increasingly diverse, and the need for organizations to prioritize Universal Design (UD) has never been more urgent. As companies strive to become more broadly welcoming, UD emerges as a powerful strategy to reshape profit centers and drive sustainable growth.
Will You Join the Conversation with Me on LinkedIn?
Are you longing for a world where disability inclusion isn’t just a buzzword, but a lived reality? Join me on LinkedIn, where I share content driven by my deep passion for universal access. Together, we’ll embark on a journey of discovery, inspiration, and connection.
How Universal Design Ensures Everyone’s Day at the Museum is Great
As preservers of culture, history, science, and art, museums allow us to understand the world around us better. But many factors, including physical barriers, inadequate signage, and lack of inclusive programming, inadvertently exclude certain groups, particularly people with disabilities, from enjoying the experience. It’s critical for these institutions to adopt universal design (UD) principles to establish environments that are inclusive.
4 Reasons Your Business Needs Diversity & Inclusion in 2024
Not surprisingly, “The 10 Biggest Business Trends for 2024 Everyone Must Be Ready for Now” include AI, customer experiences, flexible working solutions, and advancements in sustainable practices. These trends will likely shape the strategies and priorities of businesses as they navigate the challenges and opportunities presented in the coming year.