Innovations in Disability Employment: An Insightful Discussion with Dr. Jenny CrosbieJoin co-hosts Andrea Comastri and Saraya O'Connell from Hotel Etico as they welcome Dr. Jenny Crosbie, a principal industry fellow at the Centre for Social Impact at Swinburne University, to discuss the WISE (Work Integration Social Enterprises) model and the unique WISEability model. The conversation includes an in-depth look at social enterprises, the evolution and funding of supported employment in Australia, and the importance of bridging the employment gap for people with intellectual disabilities. The discussion also highlights the live-in component of the Hotel Etico training program, further emphasizing the importance of independent living skills. There's a call for systemic change and collaboration to uplift existing disability infrastructures for better employment outcomes. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone passionate about social justice and disability employment.00:00 Introduction and Welcome02:38 Meet Dr. Jenny Crosbie03:28 The WISE Model and Social Enterprises04:15 Jenny's Background and Passion for Social Justice09:02 Challenges in Disability Employment14:18 Segregated Education and Employment20:24 Defining WISE and Wiseability29:22 Adapting the WISE Model for Intellectual Disabilities30:43 Challenges in Disability Employment31:46 School Leaver Employment Support Programs33:27 In Situ Learning and Training34:41 Success Stories and Personal Journeys36:22 Structured Pathways and Customization40:38 Replicating and Scaling Employment Models48:42 Funding and Sustainability of WISE Models53:58 Future Directions and International PerspectivesSend us a text

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