Vildana Praljak: How brands and agencies may be excluding the best and brightest creative talent – and what to do about it
December 2 2024, 12:58 pm | BY Ricki Green | No Comments
Tomorrow December 3 is International Day for People with Disability (IDPwD). It’s a chance for brands and agencies to reflect on the barriers they may unknowingly perpetuate. This year’s theme—“amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future”—underscores a pressing reality: outdated systems, inaccessible tools, and narrow mindsets are sidelining some of the most innovative minds. Vildana Praljak (pictured above), Vision Australia’s National Employment Manager and someone who is legally blind, argues that hiring people with disabilities isn’t an act of charity—it’s a competitive advantage. In this piece, Praljak shares how fostering accessibility can unlock untapped talent and transform the creative landscape.
Tuesday December 3 is International Day for People with Disability (IDPwD). For some this may mean something and for others, it may not. Either way, this day is only growing in momentum and is demanding more brands and agencies to take notice.
This year’s theme for IDPwD “amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities [...]