“Awareness Isn’t Enough: What Disability Employment Really Looks Like”

Disability Employment Awareness Month may be over, but the work isn’t.

In this episode of Unfiltered Resilience, Dawn Olson gets real about what “awareness” actually means—and why it’s not enough. From outdated laws to the fear of losing benefits, Dawn shares her own experiences navigating employment as a person with a disability and how the system still fails to make real inclusion possible.

This isn’t about inspiration—it’s about action. Dawn breaks down the misconceptions employers still hold, the everyday barriers people with disabilities face, and why systemic change—not just celebration—is what’s truly needed.

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes for someone with a disability to not just get a job, but keep it and thrive, this conversation will open your eyes.

Let’s talk about real solutions, not just awareness.