Ruh Global Impact

Ruh Global Impact Ruh Global Impact is Strategic Communications & Digital Marketing firm helping corporations strategically include People with Disabilities (PwD).

Our firm allows organizations to connect and integrate the community of PwD and other stakeholders. Ruh Global Impact understands the business concerns but also understands the Persons with Disabilities and aging Baby Boomers community needs and preferences. Ruh Global Impact will design programs that safely and seamlessly integrate appropriate messaging and inclusive practices into the client’s m

arketing and communication strategies. We have full understanding of Persons with Disabilities regulations, requirements, and expectations for inclusion and can help translate them into core competencies for our clients. Our goal is to open the dialog for the client through inclusion and integration, not separate but equal messaging. We believe this “All In” universal approach efficiently taps into the Persons with Disabilities market share in a sustainable way, for the long term, while also demonstrating strong values and respect for the entire population. There is ~$3 TRILLION of disposable income managed by this community and their allies worldwide. Whether the client has a marketing and communication strategy underway or wants to develop a new strategy, Ruh Global Impact can teach our clients:

Efficiently incorporate Persons with Disabilities in a cost effective way

Tap into that income stream for the long term

Gain positive branding and marketing opportunities that contribute Return On Investment (ROI) to the bottom-line. This seamless integration also enables the Persons with Disabilities community to become fully integrated into the commerce life cycle, raising their influence on the business world and awareness of their needs and preferences. In the end, it supports a very positive improvement cycle for businesses and Persons with Disabilities community. The community of Persons with Disabilities is forecasting diversity inclusion as the next “Green” initiative that will quickly become a key differentiator for companies across the globe. This initiative is anticipated to have a similarly broad impact on:

Consumerism of products and services
Receptivity to marketing and communication strategies
Hiring requirements and practices

Physical accessibility in the workplace, retail, hospitality, and more
Ruh Global Impact can enable its clients to proactively move towards these goals, setting the pace for the world, creating a strong brand alliance within this community and their broader customer base much earlier than their competitors. Global Opportunities
Persons with Disabilities community is growing and the amount of disposable income is growing with them. Businesses understand there is an opportunity to expand their market share with this community, but do not have the appropriate level of expertise available to take advantage of it. Ruh Global Impact is an internationally recognized leader within the Persons with Disabilities community in addition to being an innovative marketing and communication firm, with over 25 years of international experience. Ruh Global Impact can directly support the development and implementation of inclusive, integrated marketing and communications plans that enable “All In” universal experience strategies and expand the client’s market shares within the Persons with Disabilities community while creating universal appeal across other customer demographics. We can support this growing need with a unique expertise, with a reputation for strong competencies and skills that are accepted within the Persons with Disabilities community as well the business community. We don’t just translate; we integrate, creating a seamless experience for the customer. Competitive Advantages
Credibility: Debra Ruh has been in this field for many years and is recognized as a solid Thought Leader. Media outlets often contact Debra and ask her to write or participate in articles. National and Global Organizations that support people with disabilities trust, confide and ask for her strategic support to grow their organizations. Debra is seen as a Thought Leader in Corporate America and Multi-National Corporations and is asked to speak on disability topics regularly all over the world. She has served as the Chair of the VABLN and board member and executive officer of the USBLN. Debra has also served on the RI Global Board invited to participate by U.N. Ambassador Gallegos of Ecuador, a global network of people with disabilities, service providers, researchers, government agencies and advocates promoting and implementing the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities. Selected as the only US represented on the Australian Government Expert Reference Group. Debra has advised many countries including Oman, Egypt, Kenya, Singapore, Bahamas & Costa Rica. Business Model
Our approach is built on the foundation of a strong client partnership model. This starts with us understanding your current conditions and future plans for:

Accessibility and Compliance Road Map (Intersection between ADA, 503, 504 and 508)
Business strategy
Products and Services
Corporate culture and values
Brand initiatives
Customer and/or workforce satisfaction and retention

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Joining the Billion Strong movement can offer several significant benefits to people with disabilities and their allies. Billion Strong is an identity and empowerment organization designed to bring people with disabilities together. Here’s why joining this movement can be valuable:

1. Community and Solidarity: Being part of Billion Strong can provide a sense of belonging and community. It connects individuals with disabilities from around the world, fostering a sense of solidarity and mutual support.
2. Advocacy and Representation: The organization aims to amplify the voices of people with disabilities, advocating for rights, accessibility, and inclusion in all aspects of society. Joining the movement can help push for systemic changes that benefit the disability community.
3. Awareness and Education: Billion Strong works to raise awareness about the challenges and achievements of people with disabilities. By joining, individuals can contribute to educating others, which can lead to greater understanding and empathy.
4. Resources and Support: Members can access a variety of resources, including information about rights, employment opportunities, and accessibility. The organization also offers support for navigating challenges related to disability.
5. Empowerment: Billion Strong emphasizes the empowerment of people with disabilities, encouraging members to embrace their identities and advocate for themselves. This can lead to greater self-confidence and resilience.
6. Networking Opportunities: It provides opportunities to connect with others who have similar experiences and challenges, which can lead to new friendships, professional connections, and collaborations.
7. Influence on Policies: By uniting a large community, Billion Strong has the potential to influence policies and practices at local, national, and international levels, advocating for laws and regulations that ensure the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities.
8. Global Perspective: The movement offers a global perspective on disability, highlighting the diverse experiences of people with disabilities around the world and advocating for global solutions to accessibility and inclusion.

For allies, joining Billion Strong is a chance to stand in solidarity with the disability community, to learn from their experiences, and to contribute to a more inclusive world. Allies play a crucial role in the movement by amplifying its messages, advocating for change, and supporting the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities in all areas of life.

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