[Encore] The Case for Including the Disabled - with Denis Boudreau 5pz3o

In this curated selection from the Happy Space Podcast, I’m bringing back voices that challenge, inspire, and expand our thinking about deg for inclusion and accessibility. These encore episodes highlight conversations that continue to resonate—on neurodiversity, workplace design, and the small shifts that can make a big difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favourite, I hope these episodes offer fresh insight into how thoughtful design can help everyone show up and perform at their best. We have a declared global intent to be more inclusive of those with disabilities as expressed in the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Despite being created in 2006 and with 183 countries on board, there is much work to do. Furthering this work is my guest today, Denis Boudreau. Find out how Denis connected his own feelings of being marginalized as a young boy to empathy and comion for the disabled community and why there is such a strong business case to create more inclusive organizations. He also shares his perspective on what is getting in the way of leaders from taking action and what to do about it. Denis Boudreau has been bringing his talent to inclusive design in the online world since the early 2000s. Today he is a consultant, trainer, coach and speaker helping organizations create truly inclusive digital experiences for everyone, especially those who are marginalized. Denis founded Inklusiv Communication to work with leaders who want to develop inclusive communication skills online or from the stage, and remove barriers for the up to 40% of the population who struggle with technology. CHAPTERS 00:03:06 What brought Denis to what he does now 00:06:10 Acts of comion for others 00:15:08 UN Convention for Rights with People with Disabilities 00:21:53 Why businesses should consider the disabled 00:28:14 What is holding leaders back? 00:31:51 Asking others what they need to work best 00:37:33 Is it safe to speak up? 00:39:26 Navigating around our disabilities 00:42:35 Denis’ 15 Keys LINKS For active links, visit www.clarekumar.com/podcast Ontario ADA Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act The Americans with Disabilities Act Accessible Canada Act How Can a Watermark be a Human Rights Issue? Happy Space Work Style Profile Episode 30 – Creating a Speak-Up Culture – with Stephen Shedletsky Unlock your 15 keys to a diverse and empowered workplace The Inclusive Speaker: How to Truly Connect With All of Your Audience Without Leaving Anyone Behind IMAGE CREDITS (see images on Youtube video) A blind person using a computer - credit Colorblind test - credit Police car chase - credit Map of Quebec - credit #weare22percent - credit Clare Kumar Group of disabled people - credit Someone in a wheelchair grocery shopping - credit Someone talking to HR - credit ASK Model - credit Learn more about and follow Denis: Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Website 😀😃😄😁😆 Highly sensitive executive coach and productivity catalyst, Clare Kumar, explores the intersection of productivity and inclusivity continually asking how can we invite the richest contribution from all. She coaches individuals in sidestepping burnout and cultivating sustainable performance, and inspires leaders to design inclusive performance thereby inviting teams to reach their full potential. As a speaker, Clare mic-drops “thought balms” in keynotes and workshops, whether virtual or in-person. She invites connection through her online community committed to deg sustainable and inclusive performance, the Happy Space Pod. Why? Because everyone deserves a Happy Space. Believing that productivity is personal, the podcast is produced in a variety of formats so you can enjoy it in the medium you prefer: Listen to the audio right here or on your fave podcast platform. If you prefer to  watch video, check out the episode on YouTube. If you prefer to read, please see the transcript below. Ready to learn more, or want to find out more about coaching with Clare or hiring her for your next engaging event? Clare here. 😀😃😄😁😆 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a heartfelt review as this will help other listeners discover the podcast.  Please invite your colleagues, friends, and family to listen as well. Together we can design a more inclusive world where everyone can make their richest contribution. Want to learn more about Clare and/or her guests?  Follow Clare on Instagram and Twitter.  And don't forget, everyone (including YOU) deserves a Happy Space. 😊 CREDITS Audio and Video Editing by To Be Reel Production Assistant by Luis Rodriguez Song Credit: Cali by WatR. from Pixabay 66576r