Advocating for work with Judy Heumann
Advocating for work with Judy Heumann
Advocating for work with Judy Heumann
What you’ll learn in this course
What you’ll learn in this course
Who is this course for?
This course is for people with disabilities, acquired or lifelong, visible or invisible, who want to work. Whether you’re entering the work sector for the first time or trying to get a promotion, this course will teach you how to gain access to new opportunities to advance your career. With the Advocating for work course, you’ll gain the confidence you need to communicate your strengths and needs to get the job you want.
Why advocating for work is important
The opportunity for employment is critical for all people. People with disabilities are underrepresented in many industries, including the tech sector. We know that representation matters. When disabled people advocate for work, they share the stories that are necessary to change their workplaces for the better. Only by working together to advocate for change, can we work towards more inclusive workplaces for everyone.
Who is this course for?
This course is for people with disabilities, acquired or lifelong, visible or invisible, who want to work. Whether you’re entering the work sector for the first time or trying to get a promotion, this course will teach you how to gain access to new opportunities to advance your career. With the Advocating for work course, you’ll gain the confidence you need to communicate your strengths and needs to get the job you want.
Why advocating for work is important
The opportunity for employment is critical for all people. People with disabilities are underrepresented in many industries, including the tech sector. We know that representation matters. When disabled people advocate for work, they share the stories that are necessary to change their workplaces for the better. Only by working together to advocate for change, can we work towards more inclusive workplaces for everyone.
Meet your instructor Judy Heumann
Judy was an internationally recognized disability rights activist across the United States and beyond. She is featured in the award-winning documentary Crip Camp and is known as the ‘Mother of the Disability Rights Movement’.
Judy served in the Clinton administration as the Assistant Secretary of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services at the United States Department of Education, and in the Obama administration as Special Advisor on International Disability Rights for the U.S. State Department. Judy has led disability rights advocacy with organizations such as Disabled in Action, the Center for Independent Living, The World Institute on Disability, and the World Bank.
Meet your instructor Judy Heumann
Judy was an internationally recognized disability rights activist across the United States and beyond. She is featured in the award-winning documentary Crip Camp and is known as the ‘Mother of the Disability Rights Movement’.
Judy served in the Clinton administration as the Assistant Secretary of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services at the United States Department of Education, and in the Obama administration as Special Advisor on International Disability Rights for the U.S. State Department. Judy has led disability rights advocacy with organizations such as Disabled in Action, the Center for Independent Living, The World Institute on Disability, and the World Bank.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of Fable Pathways advocating for work course?
Fable Pathways courses are completely free (no hidden fees, we promise!).
Are pathways courses accessible?
We at Fable have worked hard to create an accessible learning management system. Fable Pathways courses have been extensively tested using assistive technologies including JAWS, NVDA, Voiceover, screen magnification, Dragon Naturally Speaking, and Eye Gaze. Customize your learning experience with closed captioning, transcripts, and adjustable video playback speeds.
Can I get a certificate after taking this course?
There are no certificates available at this time, but we are exploring certifications.
How can my business partner with Fable to create a course to help people with disabilities build skills for the tech sector?
We’d love to hear from you. Email community@makeitfable.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of Fable Pathways advocating for work course?
Fable Pathways courses are completely free (no hidden fees, we promise!).
Are pathways courses accessible?
We at Fable have worked hard to create an accessible learning management system. Fable Pathways courses have been extensively tested using assistive technologies including JAWS, NVDA, Voiceover, screen magnification, Dragon Naturally Speaking, and Eye Gaze. Customize your learning experience with closed captioning, transcripts, and adjustable video playback speeds.
Can I get a certificate after taking this course?
There are no certificates available at this time, but we are exploring certifications.
How can my business partner with Fable to create a course to help people with disabilities build skills for the tech sector?
We’d love to hear from you. Email community@makeitfable.com