Not Just a Desk Job: How I’m Expanding My Influence Through Personal Connections
Nick Speaks
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Nicolas Comstock

Not Just a Desk Job: How I’m Expanding My Influence Through Personal Connections

S1 E20 • Jan 7, 2025 • 30 mins

Nicolas Comstock kicks off the episode with New Year greetings, setting a hopeful tone for the year ahead. He delves into the ongoing employment challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and emphasizes the importance of community inclusion. Nicolas offers insights into global accessibility, exploring how different countries address these issues. The conversation shifts to the impact of COVID-19 on the lives of people with disabilities, highlighting both challenges and resilience. Nicolas discusses government policies that affect disability advocacy, stressing the need for continued efforts in this area. The episode concludes with thoughtful closing remarks, encouraging listeners to remain engaged in advocacy efforts.

Key Points

  • People with disabilities want to be active members of the community and not confined to their homes.
  • Society needs to offer more inclusive job opportunities beyond low-barrier roles or remote work.
  • The current system often isolates people with disabilities rather than integrating them into the broader community.
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