Highlights from Transition to Work

Time to boss up!

Highlights from Transition to Work 2019

May 1st and May 2nd | North Campus

About Event

The third annual Transition to Work event for Employment Success for People with Disabilities continued to build on the momentum of the past TTW events. Students, graduates and people from the community with disabilities came together for an exciting two-day conference packed with speakers, interactive learning and networking. This year's interactive workshops continued with discussions around self-advocacy, disclosure and accommodations and also featured workshops on:

D.I.C.E assessment (disability impact on career and employment)
Employer panel-ask employers your disability-related questions about the workplace
Student alumni panel - ask Humber graduates with disabilities about their experiences
Interactive mock interview practice with Career and Student Success Advisors
Community agencies fair - employment support & programs for People with Disabilities

This year's event featured career-focused workshops and networking opportunities with community organizations that provide employment services for people with disabilities. Highlights from this year's seminars included guest speakers D.I.C.E, TD Canada Trust, JVS, Job Start, Specialisterne, March of Dimes, DiscoverAbility and many more.

Click here for the stats on employment success for people with disabilities

Testimonials

"I like that this event gave us all a voice, particularly the exercise on when it is best to disclose my disability or ask for accommodations on the job. I do not feel afraid to tell others."

"I learned how to ask for accommodations and how to advocate for myself. Also I learned that there are jobs out there for me with my disability."

"I liked the Q&A with student alumni panel. It's good to hear from people who are a few years ahead of us and how they transitioned to work and advocated for themselves in the workplace."