AS:028 Leveraging Language Diversity for Success
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In this episode, Linda Hunt and Drocella Mugorewera talk about; the importance of language diversity in creating inclusive environments.highlighting the need to empower foreign-born individuals by providing opportunities to learn the language of the land.parallels between addressing language barriers and accommodating individuals with disabilities, emphasizing tools like sign language interpreters and closed captioning.practical advice, encouraging employers to assess language needs and consider equitable solutions for different languages. Bio:  The Diversity Trust Builder, Drocella Mugorewera, is #1 International bestselling author, award winning community leader, and Founder of the Diversity in Action Global Movement, which consults with corporate decision-makers on how to increase productivity and profitability by up to 50% through championing diversity in their industry. Drocella speaks five languages. She is a champion of language diversity in schools and at the workplace. Connect with Drocella: Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.drocella.com/   https://drocella360.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drocella.mugorewera.1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnyQRFuKxLj41OLrJFbBe5Q  About the Host: Linda Hunt Is an Award-Winning Accessibility Consultant, Speaker and Author. She is the CEO of Accessibility Solutions and an Advocate for all things related to accessibility.  Linda is the Treasurer of Citizens with Disabilities – Ontario, a member of the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Professional Network and a Certified Community Champion on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and its Optional Protocol.   Linda first became a person with a disability in 2004 since then she has been an active and engaging speaker to groups on a variety of accessibility topics.  In addition, Linda is a business owner. Along with her husband Greg they have operated Grelin Apparel Graphics for over 30 years. Connect with Us: Website – www.solutions4accessibility.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibility-solutions/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/solutions4accessibility YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRBqblsq_vxrKbdvEp2IOWQ Thanks for listening! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation with us, connect with Accessibility Solutions on LinkedIn, Facebook or subscribe to the Accessibility Solutions YouTube channel.  For a FREE 15- minute consultation to discuss how accessibility can improve your business bottom line visit www.solutions4accessibility.com. Or email Linda directly...
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