Melanie Taddeo of Connect4Life I accessiBe's Spotlight Sessions

Описание: Welcome to our Spotlight Sessions, a series dedicated to conversations with change-makers and people that have made an impact on the community of people with disabilities.

In this episode, we had the chance to speak with Melanie Taddeo the Founder and Executive Director of Connect4Life. Connect4Life’s mission is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities by eliminating barriers and strengthening their independence and contributions to society. Their services and program include training programs that cover public speaking and broadcasting, as well as advocacy and referral, counseling and support, and many more!

Stephanie shared her thoughts on the following topics:
1) How her life journey impacted her career
2) Connect4Life’s mission and the program that they offer
3) Her advocacy work surrounding hiring people with disabilities
4) How the pandemic impacted the community
5) The importance of inclusive design in order for everyone to have equitable access
6) Why being accessible is just good business

Keen to learn more about Connect4Life? You can do so by visiting and checking them out here: www.connect4life.ca

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