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The fine art of disclosure: When and how to talk about your disability

June 25, 2024 admin careers, careers & education, disclosure, diversity in workplace, intellectual disability, job accommodation, learning disability, Living, mental health, wellness, wellness in the workplace, workplace

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:24:55 +0000

Disclosing personal information about your disability to an employer can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially when you don’t know your rights. When framed in a positive and informed way it can be turned into a positive and empowering experience.

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Immigrating with a learning disability

July 18, 2018 admin ADHD, Featured, immigrant family, immigrating, learning disability, Living, Parenting, school, settlement

Overcoming the challenges and stigma When teachers in his native Bangladesh suggested that eight-year-old Azan (name changed for privacy) would be better off at home or sent to an “institution,” his parents despaired. Diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Azan could be disruptive in class, often even getting physical with his classmates at the […]