Our Mission

Creating neuroinclusive workspaces where everyone can thrive.

You want your community to feel empowered, included and, ultimately, be their full selves.

But fostering this kind of environment isn't as simple as flipping a switch.

With my expertise in accessibility, commitment to neuroinclusivity and lived experience of disability, I'm uniquely equipped to guide your organization to becoming a place where everyone feels valued and can fully contribute. Let's unlock the potential of your team together.

Discover the right support for your organization’s goals.

Or get in touch and we can explore customized solutions together.

  • What does this include? Accessibility communications, narrative grant writing, RFP’s, and blog posts to promote inclusivity and respect for everyone's value. Impactful narratives that spark dialogue and foster change.

    Ideal for: Organizations excited about prioritizing inclusive content and on the path to an accessible future for all. Teams seeking to embed accessibility across all communications.

  • What does this include? I specialize in organizing dynamic panels with experts and those with lived experiences, facilitating workshops that infuse fresh and innovative approaches to understanding accessibility, and turning creative insights into actionable workshops and discussions.

    Ideal for: Non-profit organizations and social enterprises that are committed to enhancing diversity and inclusivity, but are grappling with a lack of understanding about accessibility.

  • What does this include? Leveraging 20+ years of experience in storytelling, I've been engaged in projects ranging from podcasts for social impact, to short films, creative cabarets, and dynamic word-based initiatives.

    Ideal for: Creative professionals with a passion for social impact and a curiosity to try new methods.

  • What does this include?

    Building fully inclusive and innovative teams. Meeting in confidence to strategize and determine the best course of action for you and your team.

    Ideal for: Leaders across sectors ready to meet this moment of increased accessibility awareness. Team builders ready to unpack challenges within teams in a confidential and empowering space.

Who we’ve partnered with:

Untapped Accessibility

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Open Door Group

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United Way BC

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The Gathering Place/City of Vancouver

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Presidents Group

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The Tyee

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CBC

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THIS magazine

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BC Business

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Adult ADHD Centre

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Leah Chang Learning

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Untapped Accessibility 〰️ Open Door Group 〰️ United Way BC 〰️ The Gathering Place/City of Vancouver 〰️ Presidents Group 〰️ The Tyee 〰️ CBC 〰️ THIS magazine 〰️ BC Business 〰️ Adult ADHD Centre 〰️ Leah Chang Learning 〰️

Robbie has been a great partner on many projects with Untapped Accessibility including writing blogs, facilitating accessibility dialogues and presenting to decision makers. She always brings an honest and values-forward approach to her work, which we love. She has extensive experience but also isn’t shy about trying new things.

Trish Kelly
Managing Director, Untapped Accessibility

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Robbie's personal lived  experience, professional work experience, and knowledge provided us a great introduction to what neurodiversity means, and how we can work together to create an inclusive and accessible work environment.  It was great for all our staff to come together to learn with her and we particularly enjoyed the breakout rooms and having deeper, meaningful discussions with my team. Thank you Robbie!

Izumi Inoue and the leadership team
Whistler Community Services Society 

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Transform your community into a space where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best.

Hear from Roberta’s past collaborators

  • Roberta is a wonderful storyteller. She has a knack for honing in on what makes a person, event or initiative interesting, and turning that into narrative gold. She is a knowledgeable and effective advocate for accessibility - a framework through which she approaches all her projects, to great results for all audiences. I learned a great deal from her in this regard, while we worked together. Roberta is kind, and a great team player. I really enjoyed working with her.

    Natalie Hill
    Principal and Co-Founder, Spur Communications

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    Roberta’s writing style is a seamless blend of creativity and uniqueness, paired with her unique ability to convey complex writing pieces concisely. What we love most about Roberta is her inclusive language, which ensures that our message is accessible, easily understood, and connects with a diverse audience of readers.

    Jennifer Do
    Marketing & Communications Manager,
    Open Door Group

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    During the uncertainty of COVID-19, Roberta was strategic in focusing on stories of resilience from our community engagement work. She leads with her values and approaches her work with a full heart. I highly recommend her for communications work.

    Kendahl Cardinal
    Manager, Food Security, United Way BC

  • I've seen her work on every angle of a story and on every side of an industry. In whatever role she takes on, Roberta is a total pro. She sees the best in people and is exceptional at creating community wherever she goes.

    Melanie Jones
    Creative/Project Manager

  • As a visual artist, Roberta crafted an evocative and succinct monograph that highlighted my life story in relation to my artwork’s themes quite beautifully. I would highly recommend her for any written product, whether it’s artist profiles, features, or monographs.

    Osvaldo Ramirez Castillo
    Visual artist

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    I've known Robbie for over 15 years and worked alongside her in both professional and creative settings. Her listening skills, deep sense of empathy, and ability to examine problems from the perspectives of multiple collaborators make her a clear and effective communicator and community-builder in any environment.

    Jordan Lane
    Co-Host of the HSIHADHD Podcast
    Principal, Fresh Eye Image Consulting

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FAQs

  • When I start working with a new organization, I first make sure our values align. Then, we'll have a discovery session or correspondence to discuss where they are at in their accessibility journey. From there, we'll determine the project scope based on their specific needs - do they need one workshop or several? Do they have a dedicated DEI team, or are they just getting started? For communication and writing clients, I need to understand whether they have an in-house team or if they're looking for packaged materials. Terms of reference are also vital - it's important to know if they understand the difference between neurodiversity and neurodivergence.

  • Very! I work with each organization based on their needs. I use tested frameworks that have been successful in the past, and tailor them to suit the specific challenges and goals of the organization.

  • I typically work with small to mid-sized non-profits and social enterprises, and yes, I am open to travel.

  • While my involvement is generally project-based for workshops, I can bring in collaborators for larger-scale projects or refer the organization to the knowledgeable team at Untapped Accessibility.

  • You’ll benefit from my decades of experience as a storyteller and communications professional, deep knowledge of neuro-inclusion principles, and my lived experience and passion for creating organizations and communities where everyone can thrive.

  • Organizations can anticipate a deeper understanding of how to foster a neuroinclusive workplace, and receive actionable strategies to update flawed or ineffective systems. In addition, they can expect a refreshed sense of connection between peers and a renewed sense of optimism.