“There is an urgent need for early intervention and robust support in STEM fields for people with disabilities.”

Rory Cooper is a member of the Easterseals National Board of Directors, a leader in rehabilitation science and technology, and a decorated Paralympian. 

Rory highlights the need for personalized education and innovative assistive technologies for air travel. While he successfully re-engineered his own wheelchair for air travel, he points out that access should be available to everyone without the need to go through such lengths to ensure safe and accessible transportation. He also shares insights from his work on wheelchair design for airports and discusses the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act, along with personal stories about resilience and the value of community support.

Key Moments

20:21 Easterseals’ Veteran Advocacy

21:52 Integrating Veterans

17:18 Embracing Challenges

38:44 Employment & Inclusion

35:58 Inclusive Air Travel

Connect with Rory Cooper

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rory-a-cooper-phd-ply-57795915/ 

Website:https://www.easterseals.com/