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Wed Dec 02 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm UTC-05:00

Intro to Ability & Access

  • Hilltop YMCA - YMCA of Central Ohio · Columbus
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Erik Farley, erik.farley@ymcacolumbus.org Publisher / Host Erik Farley, [email protected]
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Intro to Ability & Access
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This is an internal training for YMCA of Central Ohio staff members.
About this Event

Participants will be introduced to the Americans with Disability Act and how we as an organization will support the rights of all individuals to have full access to our organization. We will discuss the appropriate terminology and etiquette so all staff will be comfortable engaging with individuals who have disabilities. Finally, we will discuss best practices to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities and how we can strive to improve all the services we offer.

Learning Outcomes

  • Participants will gain an understanding of basic disability etiquette.
  • Participants will gain basic knowledge of various types of visible or invisible disabilities.
  • Participants will have a basic understanding of the Inclusion Policy at the YMCA of Central Ohio.
  • Participants will gain knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • Participants will be able to identify best practices and be aware of appropriate terminology to include all abilities.
  • Participants will have tips to engage in conversation with colleagues, members, and the community.
  • Participants will have the tools and information to continue to support individuals with disabilities in our association.
  • Participants will be able to plan and implement strategies so that all members are included.

Presenters:
Cassie Kranz, Association Director of Access and Ability, Community Strengthening

Katie Lombardi, Early Childhood Developmental Consultant, Community Strengthening

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Hilltop YMCA - YMCA of Central Ohio, 2879 Valleyview Drive, Columbus, United States

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