Earlier this month, the CASE Innovation Lab hosted a dynamic panel discussion on Intersectionality,  Disability, and Employment in Canada. The recorded event brings together powerful research and lived experiences to explore how overlapping identities shape access to employment opportunities—and what needs to change to ensure equity in the workforce.

Panelists and presentations included:

Nashwa Lina Khan, DAWN Canada – Do the Rights Thing: Deaf and Disabled Women and the World of Work
Lauren Renaud, CCRW / CCRT – Promoting Employment Participation for Youth with Disabilities
Sean McEwen, Community Futures Treaty 7 – Intersectionality: Indigenous Experiences with Disability and Employment Support

This panel explored the ways intersectionality influences employment outcomes for people with disabilities in Canada. Panelists discussed how disability can intersect with other aspects of identity, including race, gender, sexual orientation, age, and socioeconomic status, creating unique barriers and opportunities in the labour market.

Understanding intersectionality helps employers, service providers, policymakers, and community organizations develop more inclusive approaches to recruitment, retention, accommodation, and career advancement. Recognizing the diverse experiences of people with disabilities is an important step toward building equitable workplaces and improving employment outcomes.

Watch the full panel recording here: YouTube – Intersectionality, Disability, and Employment in Canada

This important conversation offers valuable insights for employers, service providers, and policy advocates working toward a more inclusive labour market.