While combating racism and sexism in the workplace is a key part of most companies DEIB strategies, there is another “ism” that is frequently overlooked: Ableism. According to Access Living, “ableism is the discrimination of and social prejudice against people with disabilities based on the belief that typical abilities are superior.” For this conversation, we’ll be joined by Sydney Elaine Butler, Founder of Accessible Creates, to discuss their own personal experiences, why ableism is frequently ignored and how we can address it.

Sydney Elaine Butler (They/Them)

Bridget Finkeldey

My Professional Purpose is that I am committed to removing physical and non-physical barriers in the workplace so that everyone can tap into their talents and fulfill their full potential. As a Human Resources Consultant and an Accessibility Consultant, this means I will be able to help employees and companies reach their fullest potential (increasing employee morale) which increases overall productivity within an organization.