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Raising Inclusive Kids: How to Talk to Children About Disability

March 19, 2025 @ 8:00 pm
A child wearing a backpack and holding a folder for school smiles and gives a high five to an adult who is crouching down to her eye level.

A Free Webinar in Honor of Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month

Has your child or student ever asked a question about someone with a disability, and you weren’t sure how to respond? You’re not alone!

Join Gateways for a free webinar designed for parents, caregivers, and educators of children ages 2–11. Together, we’ll explore practical, age-appropriate ways to talk openly about disability with kids that nurture understanding, empathy, and inclusion.

You’ll come away with strategies to:

  • Answer tricky questions with honesty and kindness.
  • Encourage children’s natural curiosity with respect, rather than pity or fear.
  • Use books, media, and everyday moments to inspire inclusivity.

In honor of Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM), commit to creating a more compassionate, inclusive world, starting at home and in the classroom. Let’s break down stigmas, challenge ableism, and raise kids who value diversity and inclusion. Sign up now to join the conversation—because the world needs more thoughtful, empathetic kids!

 

Presenter: Tali Cohen Carrus, Senior Director of Programs at Gateways

Tali is passionate about inclusive Jewish Education and has worked with youth with and without disabilities in a variety of contexts including schools, synagogues, and summer camps. She has worked extensively as a disability inclusion consultant, partnering with Jewish organizations to improve their capacity to support and meaningfully include all members of the community. Tali holds an M.S.Ed in General and Special Education from Bank Street Graduate School and is a certified DIR/Floortime play therapist. In addition, she received a certificate in Advanced Jewish Studies/Day School Education from the Pardes Center for Jewish Educators and is an alumna of the Wexner Graduate Fellowship/Davidson Scholarship.

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