Hiring and Keeping: Tips for creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace for individuals with disabilities

Workshop Description: 

Disability inclusion can only happen when we consider who is at the table, who isn't, how the table was built and why. To create a truly inclusive workplace, we must unlearn traditional workforce structures and practices and rewire the way we think and work. This means pausing and re-examining what we prioritize in our organizational values and workflow.

From recruitment, to the interview process, to hiring and training practices, this interactive workshop will offer participants resources for:

• Examining workplace practices with an accessibility lens

• Practical tips to improve internal and workforce accessibility in workplace practices

• Empowering participants to create change in their workplace practices

• Resources to support their institution’s accessibility journey

The workshop will include movement around the Museum, small group activities, and lots of conversation. We'll end the day with a panel featuring local Columbus artists, professionals, and business owners. 

All are welcome!

Presenters: 

Megan Fitze, Executive Director, Art Possible Ohio- Megan previously served as the Director of Programs for Art Possible Ohio, and has worked for the Massillon Museum as Education and Outreach Manager where she co-established an accessibility committee, created audio descriptive and sensory tours, and developed a sensory room. Before Massillon Museum, Megan worked with Dublin Arts Council, the Columbus Metropolitan Library, and Global Gallery, a Fair Trade non-profit, in Columbus, Ohio. 

Joanie Calem, Artist, Performer, + Educator- Joanie Calem has been a performing musician, music teacher, and storyteller since 1983. With a background in music, special education, and community building, Joanie teaches and performs using multiple learning styles to facilitate inclusive settings and make sure that everyone can access the material being shared. She is deeply aware of the many non-academic factors that can impede learning: Sensory Processing Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, PTSD, ACES, etc. and Joanie adapts her presentation to reach the people before her in any particular moment.

Panelists:
Jacs Fishburne, Photographer + Instructor

Devin Calem, Artist

Tiffany Wedekind, Owner, Wanderlust Studio

Cali Gall

Lunch:

Participants may bring their own lunches, or you will have the option to purchase food at the Museum cafe. Click here to review the cafe menu.
 

Cost: 

Individual Registration: $25

Organization Registration (Up to 3 registrants): $45

If you or members or of your organization are interested in attending this workshop, but cost is prohibitive, please contact Megan at the details below so that we can discuss adjusted fees. 

Parking:

Parking will be available on-site in the Museum lot. Participants will receive a sticker to comp any parking costs.

Accessibility:

If you have accessibility needs, or wish to request an accommodation, please contact Megan Fitze by email her at megan@ArtPossibleOhio.org or call Megan at 780-799-6243(MAKE)

Questions? 

Need assistance with registration or have questions? Contact Megan at Megan@ArtPossibleOhio.org or call 380.799.6253

Image provided by "Disabled and Here," a disability-led stock image and interview series celebrating disabled Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC). Check out their site here!

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