Able Quote by Stella Young
“The problem for many people with disabilities is not that we are not able to work a certain number of hours a week. It's that no-one will let us.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: TED Talk, “The Myth of the Disabled Person”, Stella Young, 2014
Society often blocks disabled people from work, not lack of ability.
In simple terms: Disability barriers are social, not personal.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for inclusive policies.
Themes
disability
employment
inclusion
Mood
determined
empathetic
Type
advocacy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- job applications
- workplace accommodations
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
social barriers
accessibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can workplaces redesign roles for all abilities?
- What policies best remove barriers?
A Different Perspective
Even with accommodations, bias can persist.
