Title: Let Go of Perfection: How to Be an Accessibility Asset

Description: In this episode, Alec Lawson and I are talking about all things accessibility and acknowledging the fact that if you aren’t talking about accessibility you aren’t doing DEAI at all. Alec discusses how working with people with disabilities has enhanced his programs, what audio description is, and why cost isn’t a viable excuse to not implement better accessibility practices in your organization. He offers, “if you want to learn, come to me; say the wrong thing, ask the uncomfortable question, I am here to help.”

Connect with Alec

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alec-lawson-3a464680/ 

Email: [email protected]

Resources from Session

LEAD Conference:

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Crip Camp on Netflix

Atomic Habits

James Clear

I’m Glad My Mom Died

Jennette McCurdy

Demystifying Disability

Emily Ladau

More About Alec

Alec Lawson is a professional consultant in volunteerism, accessibility, front-of-house operations, and inclusivity.  With more than a decade of experience guiding and mentoring non-profit and volunteer professionals into a more human-centered, inclusive, accessible mindset, Alec continues to work with non-profits, private, and corporate businesses to strengthen engagement with all people.  He offers coaching, and access services including Audio Description, developing branding, and storytelling for access programs. and writing handbooks and policies. He works with a close team of access champions with a combined experience of over 50 years.  He is very passionate about creating welcoming environments and a sense of belonging for all. Need help with volunteerism, accessibility, or anything customer/audience-facing? Find Alec on LinkedIn or email [email protected].

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