Why Merit-Based Recruitment Is Getting in the Way of Diversity

Explore how merit-based recruitment can hinder workplace diversity in this thought-provoking TEDxCanberra talk by Christina Ryan. Discover the impact of factors such as degrees, gender, socio-economic status, and even postcodes on job opportunities. Learn from Ryan's extensive experience as an activist and founder of the Disability Leadership Institute as she challenges conventional hiring practices. Gain insights into the importance of disability leadership and its growing recognition by governments and corporations worldwide. Understand how Ryan's expertise in disability rights activism, community sector management, systemic advocacy, and UN work contributes to her mission of nurturing more disability leaders through specialized coaching and a global community of practice.