For too many years, neurodivergence has gone hand in hand with ideas of deficit and disadvantage, particularly when it comes to mental health. It is true that many neurodivergent people do have co-occurring mental health problems. However, these may be caused by the factors that often exist alongside neurodivergence – such as stigma, lack of […]
Hiring and Keeping Talent A Free Online Event on Finding and Keeping Employees!! As the workforce landscape evolves, traditional hiring and retention approaches may no longer suffice. Our online event will provide you with insights and strategies to attract, hire, and keep the best people for your team. This free event is for anyone looking to […]
Supported Employment is a systematic process of achieving competitive, integrated employment outcomes for individuals with significant disabilities through long-term supports – often including the engagement of a job coach. While more than half (51%) of the 485 companies that completed the 2023 Disability Equality Index indicated that they have employees with significant disabilities who use […]
Learn from innovative leaders as they share strategies in developing successful, high-impact partnerships that support employers in hiring and retaining skilled workers with and without disabilities. Stay on after this presentation ends at 3:00 for a 30-minute Q&A with panelists. People with disabilities represent a major source of talent in the United States. Hiring skilled workers […]
This is a FREE event funded by the government This workshop will be held online. More details will be emailed to participants closer to the start date. Interview with Confidence: Make the right impression and showcase your skills with this valuable employment lab. Learn how to answer Common Interview Questions effectively Building confidence, assertiveness and trusting your […]
Resumes are a fundamental part of any job search. Come and join us for this virtual career workshop, presented by WorkBC Centre Coquitlam in partnership with Coquitlam Public Library, where you'll learn: The purpose of an effective resume The different types of resumes Strategies to make your resume attractive to potential employers A WorkBC Employment Specialist will present […]
Lessons Learned from implementing AI in the US Public Employment System. Using AI to ensure universal access for all individuals to pursue the skills and training needed to obtain a […]
How confident do you feel at work? As neurodivergent women, we encounter the same systemic barriers in the workplace as neurotypical women, such as the gender pay gap and the […]
A “Bridge Job” can sustain you while still seeking your goal job. In this workshop, you will: Learn about “Bridge Jobs” Decide what type of work would serve you while […]
According to a recent FlexJobs survey, a whopping 65% of respondents say they want to work from home full-time, and 31% would like a hybrid work schedule. The good news […]
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