EP77:
Beyond Disability: Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges, & Brave Conversations with Kevin McShan
Summary
Kevin’s formative years and how they shaped his interaction with his peers
The importance of diversity, equity, and inclusivity for people with disabilities
Defining success and prosperity in breaking down barriers
Ways to combat disability discrimination in the workplace
Why people should celebrate their lives and others’ lives also
About Kevin McShan
Kevin is a graduate of St. Clair College’s Journalism, Print, and New Media Program. He has an extensive history of promoting employment equality for individuals with disabilities, most recently as the Job Developer and Enhanced Employer Support Facilitator with the YMCA of Windsor-Essex County.
Kevin worked with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce on the Discover Ability Network project in the region of Windsor-Essex. In this role, he was responsible for linking businesses to the Discover Ability Network website, an online job matching portal for employers and job seekers with a disability.
Kevin was instrumental in the implementation of the WEareAble Project. The Project was a new initiative in Windsor-Essex aimed to educate local business and hiring managers about the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities. By eliminating the barriers and stereotypes, we can create a positive pathway toward these individuals gaining competitive employment within our community. The project lasted 13 months and resulted in individuals with disabilities securing employment.
Connect with Kevin
Website: Kevin McShan
Podcast: Lets Have This Conversation
YouTube: Let's Have This Conversation
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