Betsy Beaumon, the CEO of Benetech, joins the program to discuss the work that her organization does to bridge the gap between the social sector and Silicon Valley by working closely with both communities to identify needs and software solutions that can drive positive social change. Discover accessibility initiatives in the education sector including Bookshare and The DIAGRAM Center.

In this episode, Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact, is joined by her producer Doug Foresta, as they discuss how to thrive in times of uncertainty. They discuss the financial, emotional and physical toll that the COVID-19 pandemic has taken on the population, and how we can shape a better future together. 

In this episode, Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact, is joined by her producer Doug Foresta, as they discuss how to thrive in times of uncertainty. They discuss the financial, emotional and physical toll that the COVID-19 pandemic has taken on the population, and how we can shape a better future together. 

In this episode, Marcie Roth, Executive Director and CEO at World Institute on Disability, discusses the importance of making sure that vulnerable populations are protected during times of crisis, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover why civil rights protections need to be maintained even during a disaster. 

In this episode, Marcie Roth, Executive Director and CEO at World Institute on Disability, discusses the importance of making sure that vulnerable populations are protected during times of crisis, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover why civil rights protections need to be maintained even during a disaster. 

Brian McCourt joins the program to discuss his journey of founding The Able Channel. Discover how the Able Channel is delivering inspiration, information, and innovation through highly relevant and highly produced video content for families meeting the challenges of disability and lifelong health concerns.

Brian McCourt joins the program to discuss his journey of founding The Able Channel. Discover how the Able Channel is delivering inspiration, information, and innovation through highly relevant and highly produced video content for families meeting the challenges of disability and lifelong health concerns.

Elly Chapple joins the program to discuss the lessons she's learned from her greatest teacher; her daughter, Ella. Discover the work that Elly is doing to "flip the narrative" on inclusion.  

Elly Chapple joins the program to discuss the lessons she's learned from her greatest teacher; her daughter, Ella. Discover the work that Elly is doing to "flip the narrative" on inclusion.  

This episode features an interview with Ilene Zeitzer.  Ilene retired from the U.S. government after 29 years of service. Prior to her retirement, she was the Social Security Administration's Special Assistant to the Deputy Commissioner for Disability & Income Security Programs and the Agency's expert on international disability programs and rehabilitation issues. Ilene discusses considerations about inclusion during the COVID-19 pandemic, and resources that are needed throughout the world.