WHAT if SOCIETY is the DISABILITY? A Conversation with Yale's ACCESSIBILITY Leader | Jordan Colbert

Send us Fan MailWhat If Society Is the Disability?What if the greatest barriers people face aren’t always their disabilities—but the environments, systems, and assumptions surrounding them?In this episode of The R.E.A.L. Roots & Resilience Podcast, we sit down with Jordan Colbert, a leader in accessibility at Yale University, to explore the powerful intersections of neurodiversity, disability, accessibility, identity, and inclusion.Together, we examine how the way society defines “normal” can unintentionally exclude millions of people and why accessibility is about far more than ramps, elevators, or accommodations. From invisible disabilities and assistive technology to race, identity, and belonging, this conversation challenges us to rethink what it truly means to create spaces where everyone can thrive.Whether you’re a mental health professional, educator, student, parent, leader, or simply someone who wants to better understand the experiences of others, this episode offers practical insights into how neurodiversity and intersectionality shape our schools, workplaces, relationships, and communities.In this episode, we discuss:What neurodiversity really means—and why it matters.The social model of disability and how environments can create barriers.The role of accessibility in education, technology, and everyday life.How race, disability, and other identities intersect to shape lived experiences.Why inclusion goes beyond accommodation to fostering genuine belonging.How shifting our perspective can help create more equitable communities for everyone.Join us for a conversation that challenges assumptions, expands perspectives, and reminds us that when we remove barriers, everyone benefits.If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share to help us continue meaningful conversations about mental health, identity, resilience, and social change.#Neurodiversity #Accessibility #Disability #Inclusion #Intersectionality #MentalHealth #AssistiveTechnology #Yale #DisabilityAwareness #SocialWork #Education #Belonging #REALRootsAndResiliencePodcastSupport the show