Renovando o apoio e fortalecendo a comunidade de pessoas com deficiência | Elyse Go | TEDxSJCS Youth

Elyse Go, empreendedora social e coach executiva sediada em Manila, aborda o universo das pessoas com deficiência e de seus cuidadores. Ela discute por que a necessidade de pertencimento, algo que todos compreendem, é muitas vezes negada na prática. Explica a diferença entre igualdade e equidade e defende que se tratem as causas profundas da exclusão em políticas, estruturas e mentalidades. A palestra foi apresentada em um evento TEDx organizado de forma independente por uma comunidade local.

• Por que o pertencimento é negado a pessoas com deficiência e cuidadores
• A diferença entre igualdade e equidade
• O valor filipino KASAMA como chamado à ação

Elyse Go takes us into the unchartered world of persons with disabilities (PWDs) and their caregivers, exploring why the need for belonging, something we all understand, is so often denied in practice. Through the Filipino value of KASAMA, meaning "to be together with" in journey, struggle, and outcome, she breaks down the difference between equality and equity, shares powerful stories of PWDs and their families defying expectations, and challenges us to stop waiting for exclusion to erupt and instead address its root causes in policies, structures, and mindsets. This talk is a call to action, an invitation to become a KASAMA in building a world where everyone's potential has room to grow. A Manila-based social entrepreneur, executive coach, and diversity advocate dedicated to empowering persons with disabilities, particularly the Deaf community. As the co-founder of Hand and Heart, she has pioneered initiatives that connect differently abled individuals with meaningful learning and employment opportunities. Through her work, she has trained organizations in inclusive hiring, workplace sensitivity, and sign language interpreting. Recognized with honors such as the Master Connector Special Award, she exemplifies leadership in building a more inclusive and equitable society. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx