One in four adults in the United States ar e living with some kind of disability. This diverse community is made up of unique individuals whose knowledge\, skills\, talents and experiences add important perspective\, resourcefulness\, and creative energy to our societ y. Still\, people with disabilities are underemployed\, overrepresented in health inequities and experience healthcare access barriers. This 90-minute education session will define disability\, introduce inclusive practices f or language\, etiquette and bias management. We will highlight campus resou rces to help participants begin to think of ways to move from compliance to inclusion within their work environments. Lunch will be provided and a few art pieces from Positive Exposure< /a> will be on display.
P ositive Exposure’s work and founder was featured at the recent Reframin g Inclusion Symposium on campus\, May 21st. For 25 years\, Posit ive Exposure has operated as a 501(c)(3)\, building a more equitable\, comp assionate world for individuals and communities at risk of stigma and exclu sion. We all share the same need: The need to be seen. The need to be heard . The need to belong. Positive Exposure\, creates spaces rooted in unity\, respect\, and inclusion through photography\, film\, educational programs\, and advocacy at their gallery in East Harlem and around the globe.
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Individuals with disabilities are encourage d to attend all Washington University School of Medicine sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires reasonable accommodatio n to participate in this event\, at least one week before the event\, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Washington University School of Medicine Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion in advance at 314-273-2809 or MedDEI@wustl.edu
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