Innovations in Disability Employment: An Insightful Discussion with Dr. Jenny Crosbie
Join co-hosts Andrea Comastri and Saraya O'Connell from Hotel Etico as they welcome Dr. Jenny Crosbie, a principal industry fellow at the Centre for Social Impact at Swinburne University, to discuss the WISE (Work Integration Social Enterprises) model and the unique WISEability model. The conversation includes an in-depth look at social enterprises, the evolution and funding of supported employment in Australia, and the importance of bridging the employment gap for people with intellectual disabilities. The discussion also highlights the live-in component of the Hotel Etico training program, further emphasizing the importance of independent living skills. There's a call for systemic change and collaboration to uplift existing disability infrastructures for better employment outcomes. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone passionate about social justice and disability employment.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:38 Meet Dr. Jenny Crosbie
03:28 The WISE Model and Social Enterprises
04:15 Jenny's Background and Passion for Social Justice
09:02 Challenges in Disability Employment
14:18 Segregated Education and Employment
20:24 Defining WISE and Wiseability
29:22 Adapting the WISE Model for Intellectual Disabilities
30:43 Challenges in Disability Employment
31:46 School Leaver Employment Support Programs
33:27 In Situ Learning and Training
34:41 Success Stories and Personal Journeys
36:22 Structured Pathways and Customization
40:38 Replicating and Scaling Employment Models
48:42 Funding and Sustainability of WISE Models
53:58 Future Directions and International Perspectives
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