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Embracing Shared Humanity: The Heart of What We Do

On a pink background, two smooth round stones are creatively turned into simple cartoon-like characters using black line drawings for arms, legs, and hair. The stone on the left has short lines drawn on top as hair and is holding a red, heart-shaped cutout toward the stone on the right, which has curved lines for hair. The scene evokes a sweet, whimsical feeling of connection and care.

At Networks for Training and Development, we believe that creating a more inclusive world starts with recognizing something…

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Everyday Ableism: What It Is and How to Interrupt It

Blue gradient background with white all caps text overlay that reads: "You don't look disabled is not a compliment."

You’ve probably heard the term “ableism” before—but what about everyday ableism? Ableism is the belief (often unconscious) that…

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Breaking Barriers: Why Disability Inclusion is Critical for the Future of Work

The image shows three people gathered around a desk, working together on laptops. One person, a man using a wheelchair, is taking notes in a notebook while watching the others. Another person, seated, is typing on a laptop and wearing a focused expression. The third person is standing, leaning over slightly to engage with the seated team members. Behind them, there is a whiteboard with various charts and notes, and the setting appears to be a modern office space, suggesting a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

As the world continues to evolve, so too does the landscape of employment. Yet, despite advancements in technology,…

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Understanding Ableism: A Call To Action For Social Justice

This image shows a close-up of a hand reading Braille, a tactile writing system used by people who are visually impaired. The hand is gently placed on a page filled with raised dots, which form Braille characters. The person’s skin tone is medium-dark, and they are wearing a light blue sleeve. The white page contrasts with the hand, highlighting the texture of the Braille script

Ableism is a pervasive issue that many of us might not even realize impacts millions of people daily.…

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