Listen "Rethinking Disability: The Power of Seeing Difference as Strength with Tiffany Yu"
Episode Synopsis
Join us on this insightful episode of Top Voice Tuesday as we sit down with Tiffany Yu, a disability advocate, author, and founder. Tiffany shares her journey from working in financial services to becoming a prominent voice in disability advocacy. We discuss the importance of seeing disability differently and the ways in which organizations can better support disabled individuals. Tiffany also sheds light on her book 'The Anti-Ableist Manifesto,' the challenges faced by individuals with non-apparent disabilities, and the significance of community and accommodations in the workplace. Don’t miss this chance to learn about practical strategies for fostering an inclusive environment. Timestamps:00:15 Welcome to Top Voice Tuesday01:27 Meet Tiffany Yu: Disability Advocate and Author01:34 Tiffany's Journey: From Financial Services to Advocacy05:21 Building a Community and Finding a Voice09:07 Creating Disability-Inclusive Workspaces10:44 Understanding Non-Apparent Disabilities15:16 Empathy vs. Compassion: Supporting Disabled Individuals21:37 The Power of Community Support24:19 Navigating Accommodations and Accessibility24:47 Personal Stories and Ergonomic Assessments26:30 Redefining Accommodations as Design Opportunities34:05 The Economic Imperative for Disability Inclusion36:02 Advice for Self-Advocacy and Finding Community38:36 Closing Thoughts and Future PlansConnect with Tiffany:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyayu/https://www.tiffanyyu.com/biohttps://www.tiffanyyu.com/book
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