Different Abilities

The goal of this community or “rope team is to give you access to meaningful connections, opportunities, resources and experiences that help you navigate obstacles that may arise along your personal and professional journey. It is designed to support diverse members of non-majority groups who encounter unique challenges throughout their personal, social, academic and professional development. This community recognizes, appreciates, celebrates, promotes, and supports each individual because of their diversity and contributions. We call them “rope teams” because these communities, as many as you are interested in accessing, are here to support your student and alum journey as well as to provide you with an opportunity to support the journey of those you want to help succeed.     

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6 Things to Consider Before Disclosing a Disability On a Job Application

To disclose your disability in a job application or not to disclose your disability in a job application — that is the question that many women, including FGB’ers, are asking.

“Should I disclose my disability?” an anonymous FGB’er asked the FGB …

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Understanding Neurodivergence at Work and Beyond

Listen to our discussion with Heather Watts, a leader and wellbeing champion at Philips Healthcare.

During this webinar, you’ll learn about:

• Recognizing neurodiversity at work
• Providing resources and advice to people with neurodiversity
• Workplace tools for embracing neurodiversity
• Mentoring others …

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Supporting Neurodiverse Candidates’ Job Interview Success

It is estimated that about one in eight people in the world are neurodiverse. While the term encompasses anyone who thinks differently than those in the mainstream, it typically describes individuals with autism and autism spectrum disorders, dyslexia, ADD or …

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Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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How to Handle Disability Discrimination in the Workplace

If you have a disability, you probably face challenges on a regular basis. Disability discrimination should not be one of them. Discriminating against someone on the basis of her disability in the workplace is illegal. If it occurs, victims should …

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Building ADHD Confidence: How to Expand Your Capacity for Taking Action

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Alexandra Gilbert On Disclosing Your Disability At Work

Alexandra Gilbert and Kimberly Brown discuss disclosing disabilities at work, the fears around how it could impact her role, and unmasking. Kimberly shares her experience with being asked to disclose a disability at work.

FULL VIDEO HERE:    • YNM EP96: Transforming Learning Disab…  

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