Overview

At The Accidental Ally, we're on a mission to do more than create jobs for people with cognitive and intellectual disabilities. We're committed to changing the game and crafting a blueprint for a new way of thinking about careers for these individuals. - Paradigm Shift Blueprint: Develop a comprehensive plan for transforming the disability employment space, moving beyond job creation to building long-term career pathways for people with cognitive and intellectual disabilities. We also want to enable employers to develop a suitable model for hiring and growing this untapped talent pool. -Beyond Careers: Emphasize the importance of building self-worth and a strong sense of identity, recognizing that our mission extends beyond conventional career paths. -Empowerment: Empower individuals with cognitive disabilities to aspire for more and actively pursue their aspirations. -Action-Oriented Approach: Encourage individuals to believe in their potential and take proactive steps toward achieving their goals. -Connecting Contributions to Business Value: Establish a clear link between the contributions of individuals with cognitive disabilities and the tangible business value they bring. -Transformation, Not Change: Commit to delivering a transformative shift rather than just incremental change, redefining societal perceptions and opportunities. -Innovation through Extreme User Perspectives: Enable innovation by drawing inspiration from the unique perspectives of extreme technology users within the community of individuals with cognitive disabilities. -Shifting Focus: Reorient the narrative from disability to the exploration and celebration of inherent abilities, acknowledging the untapped potential within this community.