Industry AMA: Disability Inclusion in NL Workplaces – Virtual Lunch & Learn

Have questions about disabilities in the workplace but not sure where to ask them?
That’s exactly what this panel is about!

This is your chance to connect directly with people who work in the world of workplace inclusion every day. Whether you’re wondering how to approach accommodations, curious about best practices for inclusive hiring, or just want to better understand how to support employees with disabilities – this AMA is for you.

Pre-submitted and live questions are welcome, so come ready to listen, learn, and engage.

🎤 Meet the Panelists

Courtney Abbott
Courtney is the Mentorship Project Lead with Avalon Employment, where she plays a pivotal role in fostering inclusive mentorship opportunities that bridge the gap between job seekers and employers. In this capacity, Courtney works closely with businesses to share how to create diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that benefit all workers. Her work is driven by a commitment to cultivating meaningful relationships, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of background or ability, have access to valuable employment opportunities.

Sara Burrows
Sara is a Career Talent Consultant at the Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work (CCRW) in St. John’s. She has been developing and implementing innovative programs tailored for diverse disabilities, fostering strong community relationships and assisting employers in becoming disability confident. Sara is passionate about community engagement and non-profit administration, serving as the Vice Chair of the Pottle Centre, she actively supports the organization’s mission to provide a safe and inclusive space for individuals living with mental illness.

Ramy Abdulzaher
Ramy is the co-founder of Bonocle, an award-winning startup that develops braille education and entertainment products to support blind children and adults in learning how to read and write using braille. Ramy has worked closely alongside individuals with disabilities, which has given him a deep, practical understanding of accessibility in both innovation and workplace settings. He recently co-authored and published a literature review on the accessibility of entrepreneurship training programs for individuals with disabilities and continues his mission to support blind and disabled communities and build a more inclusive society in Newfoundland and Labrador and beyond.

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