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Awareness Session
A high-impact awareness session designed to dismantle bias, improve disability literacy, and build the practical confidence to engage with both visible and non-apparent disabilities.
From R18,500
60 Minutes
Virtual
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Dr. Vic McKinney
Disability Rights Practitioner
Roy Gluckman-John
DEI Expert
Description
When it comes to disability, people might not be exclusionary by choice; they may simply be afraid of "saying the wrong thing" or acting on unconscious biases. This 60-minute session provides a clear, practical roadmap for navigating disability in the workplace with confidence. We explore the full spectrum of disability, from those that are visible to the many that are non-apparent (invisible), and replace awkwardness with literacy. By focusing on language, common microaggressions, and simple tools for engagement, we empower your team to move past the "fear of the unknown" and build genuine professional connections.
This Session Includes
Expert Live Facilitation
A 60-minute virtual session led by veteran DEI experts, including the lived experience of Dr. Vic McKinney.
Cinematic Video Integration
Screening of our disability awareness video, high-impact storytelling that drives emotional engagement and perspective shifting.
Q&A
We dedicate 10–15 minutes for Q&A. Using anonymous engagement tools where needed, we create a safe environment that encourages honesty and shared learning.
The WhatsApp Advisor
Access to our WhatsApp platform that includes instant feedback on the session and the ability to ask follow-up questions privately.
Learning Outcomes
Improve Disability Literacy
Gain a clear, comprehensive understanding of both visible and non-apparent disabilities, ensuring every colleague feels recognised and respected for their contribution.
Master Inclusive Language
Identify and eliminate common microaggressions, gaining the confidence to use terminology that is respectful, professional, and empowering.
Build the Confidence to Engage
Walk away with practical tools to initiate conversations and offer support, replacing social awkwardness with the ability to build genuine professional partnerships.
Outline
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We start by identifying the common biases and the social "freeze" many feel around disability, creating a low-pressure space for honest learning.
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We hear from our facilitator, Dr. Vic McKinney, a renowned disability rights practitioner. By sharing his personal and professional journey, Vic provides an authentic lens that turns theoretical concepts into human reality.
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A comprehensive look at the disability spectrum. We clarify the difference between visible impairments and non-apparent conditions (like neurodivergence or chronic illness) to broaden the team’s perspective.
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We anchor the session with our high-impact, cinematic video designed to bypass intellectual defenses and confront the unintentional biases we all carry, creating a shared emotional foundation for the rest of our conversation.
Watch the sample video to the right.
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A practical deep-dive into disability terminology. We identify common microaggressions and provide the empowering language needed to communicate clearly and respectfully.
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We tackle the "how." This section provides practical tools on how to start conversations, ask about needs, and interact without the weight of misconception.
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Q&A engagement session and final reflections on how to use this new literacy to improve daily interactions and team cohesion.
Who Is This Session For?
Organisation-wide
Observable Month Pairing
International Day of Persons with Disabilities (03 December)
National Disability Rights Awareness Month (03 November – 03 December) - South Africa
| Bundle Size | Price per Quantity |
|---|---|
| 1 Session | R 22,500 each |
| 4 Sessions | R 20,500 each |
| 8 Sessions | R 18,500 each |
| Full Calendar (11 Sessions) | R 15,000 each |
Awareness Session Pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
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Absolutely. While the core frameworks of disability literacy are consistent, the session is flexible enough to be tailored to your organisation's specific language, internal policies, and current cultural challenges. We ensure the conversation feels like a natural extension of your existing team culture.
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We are platform-agnostic (Zoom, Teams, etc.) and can use our meeting platform or yours.
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To protect the psychological safety of our participants and encourage real engagement, we do not allow sessions to be recorded. This ensures that every conversation stays within the room, allowing your people to engage authentically without fear of being captured on camera.
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Because the majority of disabilities in the workplace aren't visible. Understanding conditions like neurodivergence or chronic illness is essential for a modern, literate workforce.
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Instead of just giving you a list of rules, we walk you through small, manageable shifts in how you phrase questions or approach colleagues. These small changes make a massive difference in how safe and respected your teammates feel.
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Our virtual format is designed to scale; we've successfully hosted groups from 20 to 2,000.
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We offer two streamlined ways to measure the impact of your Awareness Session. We can either deploy a rapid-response feedback loop via our WhatsApp Advisor bot for immediate sentiment data, or we can provide you with a pre-designed feedback template to distribute through your internal HR systems.
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While we introduce neurodivergence as a key part of the non-apparent disability spectrum, we do not dive into it deeply here. Neurodiversity is a broad and nuanced topic that requires its own dedicated space; therefore, we offer a separate, specialised session to give it the focus it deserves. Visit our Neurodiversity page here.
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Yes, absolutely. We can expand any session into a 90 or 120-minute Masterclass. This extended format shifts the focus to practical tools, real-world scenarios, and concrete solutions.
Awareness Session | 60-Minute | Virtual
Frequently Bought Together
Neurodiversity
Disability Microlearning
Microlearning | 3 Short Videos
About the Facilitator:
Dr. Vic McKinney
Dr Vic McKinney is a distinguished disability consultant, activist, and academic who seamlessly bridges the gap between deep lived experience and high-level strategic policy. A wheelchair user since 1987, Vic holds a PhD in Disability Studies and currently serves as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Stellenbosch University, where he champions disability-inclusive curricula to prepare the next generation of professionals for true accessibility. His influence spans from grassroots advocacy to the South African Presidential Working Group on Disability, and he lends his strategic expertise to the boards of both the Cape Town Association for the Physically Disabled and the Uhambo Foundation. Also an accomplished landscape artist who paints by mouth, Vic brings a unique narrative of resilience and creative problem-solving to every transformation journey he facilitates.
About the Facilitator:
Roy Gluckman-John
Roy is the co-founder of Run to the Monster, a qualified Attorney of the High Court of South Africa, and a veteran DEI practitioner with over 13 years of experience in high-stakes consulting and programme design. His "superpower" lies in his ability to take complex, sensitive social concepts and package them into relatable, easy-to-understand ideas that reduce defensiveness and invite growth. As an expert in creating psychologically safe spaces, Roy guides participants to "run to the monsters": to face our deeply held beliefs about ourselves and others with honesty and kindness.
