Mandy’s Journey

Mandy Penny, an Employment Equity Officer at Memorial University of Newfoundland, is a passionate advocate for accessibility and inclusion with a strong background in social enterprise and disability advocacy. Mandy has extensive experience in training, development, facilitation, and accessible design - helping businesses and organizations improve their disability confidence and inclusive practices. As an active community member, she also serves on the board of the Disabled Women's Network of Canada, DAWN, and has led initiatives supporting employment and entrepreneurship for people with disabilities. Mandy's work is driven by her commitment to creating equitable workplaces and fostering inclusive communities. She has an MBA in Social Enterprise and Entrepreneurship from Memorial University of Newfoundland

Mandy shares her journey from higher education to her role as an Employment Equity Officer at Memorial University. She discusses her work fostering inclusive workplaces, the challenges faced by persons with disabilities in employment, and strategies to promote accessibility and equity. The conversation also explores Mandy’s contributions to community projects, including her work with Inclusion NL and the Disabled Women’s Network of Canada (DAWN), and her perspective on the evolving landscape of equity and inclusion in the workplace.