Disability Inclusion Program

From Awareness to Action—Promoting Disability Inclusion in Associations

Join us for an engaging, hands-on workshop designed to help you create truly inclusive environments for people with disabilities. In just two hours, you'll explore disability awareness, uncover common workplace microaggressions, and learn how to identify and interrupt ableism. Through interactive activities and real-world tips, you’ll walk away with practical strategies to improve accessibility and foster belonging—whether you're designing events, policies, or physical spaces. Bring your questions, share resources, and leave with tools to drive meaningful change.

✏️ Why This Course?

Build a foundation for disability inclusion in your association or workplace
Learn to recognize and address disability-related microaggressions and ableism
Discover actionable steps to improve accessibility for all stakeholders
Engage in meaningful conversations and guided activities in a safe, supportive environment
Gain insight into real-world barriers—and how to remove them
Leave with tools, resources, and inspiration to drive positive change

📚 Learning Outcomes

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Identify a range of visible and invisible disabilities and the diverse experiences of those who live with them
Recognize and interrupt microaggressions and ableist behaviors in workplace settings
Apply inclusive strategies to improve accessibility in physical spaces, digital content, and organizational practices
Implement practical improvements to make associations more welcoming and accessible to people with disabilities
Foster a more inclusive, respectful, and equity-driven workplace culture

📆Program Date:

Sept. 30, 2025
9:30 – 11:30 a.m. CT
This program is virtual and will take place on Zoom

Register now!

Pricing

Member Early (before Sept. 9) : $120
Member Regular (Sept. 9 or later): $145
Nonmember Early (before Sept. 9): $155
Nonmember Regular (Sept. 9 or later): $200

Note: Receive a 10% discount when five or more members register together!

CAE credits

This program is approved for (1.75) CAE hours toward the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE's) Certified Association Executive (CAE) certification.

Who Should Attend?

Disability inclusion isn’t just an HR issue—it’s a leadership imperative. This workshop is designed for professionals at every level who influence culture, operations, and member experience.

Functional Experts – Whether you're in events, membership, marketing, or operations, learn how to apply accessibility best practices to your day-to-day work and deliver inclusive experiences for all.
Empowered Middle – As team leads and managers, you're the bridge between strategy and execution. Gain the tools to embed disability inclusion into programs, policies, and team culture.
C-Suite Leaders – Set the tone from the top. Understand the systemic barriers people with disabilities face and explore how inclusive leadership drives innovation, equity, and organizational excellence.

⭐This workshop offers practical guidance and strategic insight for anyone ready to lead with inclusion.

🎤 Facilitator

Samyuktha neeraja, mph, cae

Samyuktha Neeraja, MPH, CAE, is an association leader with over nine years of experience working in the association management industry. She is also a disability advocate and champion of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Samyuktha shares her experiences as an Indian-Hindu American woman with dwarfism through speaking engagements and co-hosting the “A Little Perspective” podcast. She also co-authored the best-selling anthology, “A Little Perspective: Real Stories of Little Ladies,” and serves on Association Forum’s Welcoming Environment Committee. Additionally, she is the Immediate Past President of Benedictine University's Alumni Association Board. Samyuktha's accolades include the 2023 Rising Star Alumni Award from Benedictine University, the 2021 Association Forum Forty Under 40 Award, and she is an ASAE Diversity Executive Leadership Program (DELP) Scholar for 2023-2025.