TED Talks Daily A disability-inclusive future of work | Ryan Gersava
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Dec 2, 2022 Ryan Gersava discusses the staggering number of people with disabilities left unemployed worldwide. He emphasizes the need for companies to create inclusive workplaces that support and welcome these individuals. Gersava shares his personal journey and the development of an online school aimed at equipping those with disabilities with essential skills. He calls for society to break down systemic barriers, ensuring a future of work that embraces everyone, regardless of their abilities.
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Ryan's Story
- Ryan Gersava shares his 20-year journey to a bipolar diagnosis, prompted by a chronic illness.
- Facing employment discrimination due to his chronic illness, he started his own company.
Disability Prevalence
- Disability affects one in seven people globally and is a part of the human experience.
- Over one billion people with disabilities face unemployment, especially in developing countries.
Building Support Systems
- Build a supportive virtual school to equip people with disabilities with in-demand skills.
- Invest in resident psychologists to help students process past experiences and embrace their realities.