Lauren Pires
Invisible Disability & Accessibility Speaker on resilience and belonging
Travels from Mississauga ON, Canada
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Speaks on:
Accessibility
Resilience
Neurodiversity
Personal Growth
Speaks to:
Corporate Teams & Enterprises
K-12 Education
Government & Public Sector
Formats:
Keynote
Breakout
Training
Workshop
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Key Audience Outcomes
Participants felt more comfortable sharing aspects of themselves they usually keep hidden.
Attendees gained new perspectives and identified changes they could make to embrace their authentic selves.
Listeners developed a greater understanding of the intersectionality of disabilities and how to be more inclusive.
Participants were inspired to shift their thinking about disability, viewing it as an innate part of themselves and a potential strength.
Lauren's Bio
Lauren Pires is an award-winning speaker on resilience and belonging. Born with Central Core Disease, a rare neuromuscular disorder, she navigates life with 33% of the physical strength of the average person – but her unwavering spirit is at 100%. Named #2 Inspirational Speaker of the Year in North America's largest inspirational speaking competition (Speaker Slam, 2023), Lauren has been recognized globally as a D-30 Disability Impact List honoree (Diversability, 2024) and “But You LOOK Good” Inspiration Award winner (Invisible Disabilities Association, 2023), She serves as an Ambassador, School Program for the Rick Hansen Foundation, as well as the only Invisible Disabilities Association Ambassador in Canada, Lauren has been featured on Breakfast Television, CTV Your Morning, SiriusXM Canada and more. Her insights not only challenge perceptions but equip organizations to foster empathy, resilience and collaboration. Connect with her online at LaurenSaysYay.com. or @LaurenSaysYay.
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Lauren Offers the Following Talks
Seeking Strength: How to Build Resilience Through Small Moments of Joy
Discover how the pursuit of "normalcy" can hold you back and discover actionable strategies to embrace your authentic self.
Understand how sharing your story builds empathy and connection with others, while also finding your supportive community.
Apply the "Daily Yay" method to identify and create moments of joy, reframing challenges into opportunities for growth and gratitude.
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45 - 90 minutes
Beyond What You See: Building Inclusion for Invisible Disabilities
Recognize Invisible Disabilities: Understand the prevalence and diversity of invisible/non-apparent disabilities and how they impact employees at work.
Challenge Myths and Biases: Identify common misconceptions and ableist assumptions that create barriers to inclusion.
Foster Empathy and Belonging: Learn practical strategies to build awareness, normalize conversations, and create workplaces where employees feel supported to be their authentic selves.
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45 - 60 minutes
Bias, Belief & Belonging: Rewriting Narratives on Disability and Acceptance
Understand Disability Bias: Recognize and challenge common societal and workplace biases surrounding visible and invisible disabilities.
Learn The Benefits of Disclosure: Learn how the act of disclosing a disability can foster personal acceptance, strengthen community connections, and enhance workplace engagement.
Build Resilience Through Joy: Adopt practical strategies for cultivating joy and resilience, even in the face of challenges.
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45 - 60 minutes