Building Social Capital to Access Opportunities and Contribute to Our Communities: Two Self-Advocates Tell Their Stories

Date/Time: Thursday June 9, 2016 from 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Eastern Time

Location: Webinar

Description: Social capital may seem like a contemporary buzzword, but the concept has been around for centuries. It is described in history, economics, sociology, and politics. It has been described in highly esoteric ways by numerous famous intellectuals. In this webcast, we take it down to the everyday level.  Social capital is a resource (something you can obtain, use, and invest), a catalyst (something that causes change), and an outcome (with potential benefits to both the individual and the community).  Social capital is about the connections we have with others; connections of value to all involved.  It is about linking with others in order to build a network, access opportunities and, in turn, contribute to the larger society, through our talents, creativity, energy, and care.  Social capital is never depleted by use; rather it expands the more you use it! George Tilson facilitates a discussion with two professionals who have physical and sensory disabilities – about social capital as they see it: the importance it plays in their lives – in their accomplishments, how they handle obstacles, and their future aspirations.  We ponder how people with disabilities can build and invest in social capital to create meaningful outcomes in careers, lifelong learning, relationships, independent living, recreational pursuits, and overall community membership.

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