WORDS BY SASK
Advocacy
Workplace Accessibility
Professional environments often present invisible barriers for disabled people, from physical office layouts to company policies that don't accommodate diverse needs.
What I Advocate For:
•Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote work options, adjustable schedules, results-based performance metrics, etc.
•Physical Accessibility: Workspaces designed with all bodies and abilities in mind.
•Inclusive Hiring Practices: Removing unnecessary barriers in recruitment and focusing on essential job functions.
•Accommodation Processes: Clear, dignified procedures for requesting and implementing workplace accommodations.
•Disability Confidence: Training for managers and colleagues on disability awareness and inclusive practices.
My Approach:
I work with organisations to audit their accessibility practices, provide training on inclusive workplace cultures, and develop practical strategies for meaningful change. I share personal experiences and evidence-based approaches that benefit both employees and employers.
Accessible Beauty & Skincare
The beauty industry has a long way to go when it comes to true inclusivity. Accessibility isn't just about representation in marketing campaigns—it's about creating products that everyone can actually use.
What I Advocate For:
•Adaptive Packaging: Beauty products with easy-open containers, pump dispensers, and ergonomic designs that work for those with limited dexterity or strength
•Clear Labeling: High-contrast, large-print text and braille options for those with visual impairments
•Fragrance Considerations: More fragrance-free options for those with sensory sensitivities and chemical allergies
•Inclusive Testing: Involving disabled consumers in product development and testing phases
•Affordable Options: Ensuring accessible products aren't priced at a premium compared to standard versions
My Approach:
I review products through an accessibility lens, highlighting brands that get it right and constructively addressing where improvements are needed. I collaborate with beauty brands willing to learn and adapt, offering consultations on how to make their products more accessible to everyone.
Speaking Engagements
I offer engaging presentations on:
•Beauty Without Barriers: Making skincare and cosmetics accessible to all bodies and abilities
•Designing Inclusive Workplaces: Practical steps for employers to create truly accessible environments
•Professional Appearance and Disability: Navigating beauty standards in the workplace
•Adaptive Beauty Techniques: Workshops on modified application methods and tool adaptations
•Disability Disclosure in Professional Settings: Strategies for self-advocacy and requesting accommodations
Consulting Services
I provide consultation services for:
•Beauty brands seeking to improve product accessibility
•Employers looking to enhance workplace accessibility
•Organisations developing disability inclusion policies
•Media outlets wanting accurate representation of disability issues
Let's Connect
If you're interested in having me speak at your event, consult on accessibility initiatives, or collaborate on advocacy projects, please reach out at admin@wordsbysask.com.
Together, we can create a world where beauty is truly for everyone and workplaces welcome all abilities.
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