Send us a textBreaking Barriers: Disability Awareness and Inclusion with Sarah PetherbridgeIn this episode of 'On the Tip of My Tongue,' hosts Rob Edwards and Jonathan Hirons discuss the challenges and misconceptions surrounding disabilities, particularly aphasia. They are joined by Sarah Petherbridge, a disability trainer and speaker who shares her experiences of living with profound deafness and working in the corporate sector. Sarah emphasizes the importance of creating inclusive workplaces and the need for a shift from diversity initiatives to genuine inclusion. She discusses the impact of government policies on disability rights, the importance of technology, and the necessity of changing societal attitudes. The conversation also highlights strategies for small businesses to promote inclusivity without incurring substantial costs. The episode underscores the broader definition of disability and the significant progress needed to close the disability employment and pay gaps.00:00 Introduction to the Podcast00:36 Understanding Aphasia01:13 Meet Sarah Petherbridge: Disability Trainer and Speaker02:19 Sarah's Journey and Business03:02 Challenges and Changes in Disability Inclusion06:17 Employment Gaps and Workplace Adjustments19:39 The Role of Technology in Disability Inclusion20:30 Social Perceptions and Personal Experiences31:29 Future Outlook and Final Thoughts32:51 Conclusion and Resourceshttps://www.sarahpetherbridge.co.ukSupport the showSupport the show: Donate Now This podcast is funded by https://www.bas.org.uk To watch Jonathan’s film: https://tipofmytonguefilm.comhttp://x.com/buffaloloungeukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhirons/ https://www.instagram.com/buffaloloungeThe Tavistock Trust for Aphasia websitehttp://aphasiatavistocktrust.org

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