Understanding Disability and Employment

The speaker shares their journey of living with bipolar disorder and the challenges faced due to disability-related employment discrimination. They highlight the global impact of disability on employment and the economy, particularly in developing countries. To address these issues, they founded a virtual school in the Philippines to empower people with disabilities through education and employment. The speaker emphasizes the importance of inclusivity in organizations and the need for a strong support system to help individuals embrace their disabilities and heal.

What mental health condition does the speaker reveal they have?

• Schizophrenia

• Bipolar disorder, type two

• Anxiety disorder

• Obsessive-compulsive disorder

What prompted the speaker's diagnosis of bipolar disorder?

• A personal revelation

• A chronic illness

• A family intervention

• A workplace incident

What action did the speaker take after facing employment discrimination?

• Moved to another country

• Joined a support group

• Started their own company

• Filed a lawsuit

What is the estimated number of people with disabilities worldwide?

• 500 million

• 1 billion

• 2 billion

• 750 million

What is the economic impact of excluding people with disabilities from the workforce?

• Stable economic growth

• Minimal financial impact

• Increased global GDP

• Trillions of dollars lost in GDP

What initiative did the speaker create to support people with disabilities?

• A job placement agency

• A mental health clinic

• A physical therapy center

• A virtual school

What additional support does the speaker's program provide to students?

• Financial aid

• Resident psychologist

• Housing assistance

• Transportation services

What percentage of graduates claim to have embraced their disability after the program?

• 60%

• 92.6%

• 85%

• 75%

What should organizations do to support talents with disabilities?

• Provide only financial support

• Focus solely on technical skills

• Identify and address unconscious bias

• Ignore unconscious bias

What is the key to solving the systemic problem of disability discrimination?

• More regulations

• Disclosure and support systems

• Increased funding

• Public awareness campaigns