Category Food For Thought
Shared on Instagram and archived here, this section highlights some of our favorite – and hopefully insightful – quotes that might inspire you to become a more inclusive communication professional.
“Inclusive leadership is about shared understanding, collaboration, and a genuine urge to do the right thing so that a culture of inclusivity and respect can be collectively built.”
More details about Food For Thought #127“Challenges in implementing disability legislation are opportunities to grow, learn, and make a real impact through empathy and understanding, transforming obstacles into successes.”
More details about Food For Thought #126“Creating an inclusive culture requires leaders to recognize the human value behind legal requirements and to embody these values in their actions to build more supportive workplaces.”
More details about Food For Thought #125“Understanding the core legislation is crucial, but weaving these principles into the organization’s DNA creates lasting impact, ensuring long-term inclusivity and respect for all employees.”
More details about Food For Thought #124“More than an ideal, inclusive workplaces are achievable through commitment, collaboration, and focusing on what’s best for everyone in order to create more supportive environments.”
More details about Food For Thought #123“Compliance with disability laws should be a starting point, not the end goal, as true commitment transforms legal requirements into a culture of inclusion which benefits the entire organization.”
More details about Food For Thought #122“True inclusiveness is a commitment to human dignity and the values disability laws uphold, ensuring every individual is respected and valued.”
More details about Food For Thought #121“Above and beyond avoiding financial penalties, embracing disability legislation is about promoting a culture where equality, respect, and understanding are paramount to creating a truly inclusive environment.”
More details about Food For Thought #120“Inclusive leadership transforms legal guidelines into heartfelt actions that resonate with the entire team, forging real connections and transforming lives, ensuring everyone feels valued and included.”
More details about Food For Thought #119“Disability legislation guides leaders toward creating workplaces that welcome everyone, breaking down barriers and building environments where diversity is celebrated for genuine inclusivity.”
More details about Food For Thought #118“By challenging stereotypes and embracing the full spectrum of human diversity, leaders can build workplaces where every individual’s unique talents are recognized, valued, and celebrated for the contributions they bring.”
More details about Food For Thought #117“Inclusive leadership is about more than just removing barriers for people with disabilities – it’s about creating a positive, respectful space where everyone can excel and reach their full potential.”
More details about Food For Thought #116“Understanding disability challenges and recognizing unique strengths is the first step toward a truly inclusive and empowered workforce where everyone feels valued and can contribute meaningfully.”
More details about Food For Thought #115“Creating an inclusive workplace means accommodating diverse needs, like flexible working hours and specific tools, to unlock the full potential of every employee and a more productive environment.”
More details about Food For Thought #114“Disability inclusion isn’t just a compliance issue; it’s an opportunity to leverage the diverse talents and perspectives of the entire workforce to achieve greater innovation and success.”
More details about Food For Thought #113“Recognizing disability as a prevalent part of human diversity leads to more informed and inclusive policies, unlocking the full potential of every individual in the organization.”
More details about Food For Thought #112“Inclusive workplaces don’t happen by accident. They are built through understanding, empathy, and intentional actions that remove barriers and provide the right tools for all team members.”
More details about Food For Thought #111“Words matter. Using respectful, people-first language in the workplace shows empathy and respect, fostering an environment where all employees feel valued and included.”
More details about Food For Thought #110“Embracing neurodiversity means seeing unique perspectives, like those from dyslexia, as strengths. This shift helps create workplaces where everyone can thrive and contribute meaningfully.”
More details about Food For Thought #109“Inclusive leadership starts with understanding disability as a broad spectrum, recognizing both visible and invisible conditions like ADHD, to truly empower every team member.”
More details about Food For Thought #108“People increasingly value authenticity and social responsibility and they expect businesses to take a stand on social issues. Shallow attempts at sweeping accessibility problems under the rug can backfire and harm a brand’s reputation.”
More details about Food For Thought #107“Excluding a significant potential portion of the population exposes your brand to serious consequences: legal and financial risks, reputational damage naturally come to mind. It’s not something any leaders should be taking lightly.”
More details about Food For Thought #106“As disabled individuals are making themselves heard more, disability inclusion becomes an increasingly critical aspect of DEI. Failing to include disability in DEI efforts leaves behind the part of our audiences identifying as such.”
More details about Food For Thought #105“If your DEI efforts are not accounting for disability inclusion, then now’s your time to act because you’ve been clearly missing out! More than 1 out of every 5 Canadians consider themselves to be living with at least one disability.”
More details about Food For Thought #104“How much thought have you given lately to including attendees living with disabilities in your events? A lack of proper accommodations will affect many people’s ability to truly connect and benefit from your event.”
More details about Food For Thought #103“In the wake of important movements like #blackLivesMatter and #meToo, it’s no longer a question of whether your event should incorporate DEI considerations. It’s about how you will actually do it without forgetting disability inclusion.”
More details about Food For Thought #102“To address differences in communication styles, one good strategy organizations can adopt is to provide clear and direct instructions and guidelines to their workforce. Less ambiguity most likely leads to more clarity.”
More details about Food For Thought #101“Neurodiversity introduces a range of challenges in communication with neurotypical colleagues. These challenges might be surprising, unexpected, or even unsettling, but tackling them still makes perfect business sense.”
More details about Food For Thought #100“As adults become increasingly aware of neurodiversity and start to self-identify, workplaces have no choice but to catch up and need to get better at supporting their neurodivergent employees and the unique skills they bring.”
More details about Food For Thought #099“Neurodiversity introduces certain communication challenges, but it also brings many strengths and varied perspectives that add tremendous value to the workforce, and consequently, to the business’ bottom line.”
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