Looking Through a Bright Side Scope with Ben Akuoko
Born with Retinitis Pigmentosa a genetic degenerative eye condition Ben Akuoko at first struggled with what to do once he finished high school due to low vision but after taking the colour personality test Ben recognized that he wanted to help other individuals in need, feel properly understood through social work. On this episode join us as we share Ben's journey toward creating more representation within the disabled and African American community. To follow along on his journey or to check out his podcast “The Lens: Living Diverse, " click the links below
https://brightsidescope.com/about/
https://soundcloud.com/user-682828220/sets/the-lens-living-diverse
https://soundcloud.com/user-682828220/sets/the-lens-living-diverse
https://www.instagram.com/brightside_scope/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556694116665&sk=about
This episode is sponsored by Community Living Trent Highlands and Job Quest https://www.clth.ca
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Ben Akuoko
Multi-disciplinary Artist & Disability Advocate
Ben is a passionate advocate for highlighting the intersectionality of race, culture, and disability through public speaking, consulting, and media appearances. As a proud Black man of Ghanaian descent living with the eye condition of Retinitis Pigmentosa, he draws on his personal experiences to amplify underrepresented voices. Ben holds a Social Service Worker diploma , a Bachelor’s of Social Work , and a Master’s in Social Work .
Ben participates in several coalitions focused on raising awareness around race and disability. Through his numerous public speaking engagements, lectures, and panel discussions, Ben advocates for the importance of intersectionality in race, culture, ethnicity, and disability.
In addition, he coordinates and hosts the podcast “The Lens: Living Diverse,” which features stories and perspectives from diverse individuals and communities living with blindness or low vision.
When Ben isn’t working, he taps into his creative side—writing scripts, writing and composing Hip Hop, pop and R&B tracks, acting in commercials and on TV, refining his merengue and salsa skills, lifting weights, traveling the world, and performing stand-up comedy. He’s also achieved incredible feats that defy expectations, such as driving a go-kart at 80 km/h, skydiving, parasailing, zip-lining, and running a half marathon to name a few.
Ben firmly believes that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility should be integral to organizations, media platforms, and society at large. Through workshops, lectures, and media appearances, he continu…
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