Job searching for Black, Disabled, LGBTQ+ folks – with Jasmine Williams-Jacobs, Black Remote She
Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people
06/01/26
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Jasmine Williams-Jacobs is the founder and director of Black Remote She, a community-driven platform for Black queer, trans, non-binary, disabled people and allies interested in working and connecting remotely. Black Remote She connects community members to remote-flexible job postings at equitable work cultures, as well as to liberatory networks, mutual aid support and gender-affirming resources as tools for economic empowerment.
Black Remote She has been recognized in numerous publications, including Essence, Stonewall, Community Centric Fundraising, INTO More, and Inclusion Hub.
Jasmine is also a 2025 Disability Rising Fellow with Disability Culture Lab, where they are helping to build narrative power for disability justice.
During this episode, Jasmine talks about:
- The layoff that inspired them to start Black Remote She
- The specific job searching challenges that Black, LGBTQ+ and disabled people face
- How Black Remote She connects people to jobs and support resources
- How employers are vetted before they can post job listings on Black Remote She
Visit BlackRemoteShe.com for more information about job postings and resources.
Connect with Jasmine at info [at] blackremoteshe.com.
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Watch the video of this interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGN6f_EoFRo
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*Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.*
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This is a special crossover episode with Made For Us, a podcast that explores the intersection of innovation and inclusion. On Made For Us, host Tosin Sulaiman speaks to founders, designers and business leaders who are thinking deeply and creatively about how to build better and more inclusive products.
Tosin's guest on this episode is Maura Horton, CEO and founder of MagnaReady, an accessible fashion brand that enables millions of people with limited dexterity and mobility to dress independently. Maura developed the concept for MagnaReady after her husband was diagnosed with Parkinson's and struggled to button his shirts. She invented and eventually patented a magnetic closure system that replaces buttons and has since licensed the technology to Fortune 500 Companies including PVH Corp, owner of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger. Maura also partnered with and advised Tommy Hilfiger Adaptive, the first mainstream brand to launch a children's adaptive apparel line.
In this episode, Maura talks about:
- The state of the adaptive clothing market before MagnaReady
- How Maura got the inspiration to infuse magnets into her husband's shirts
- The challenges she faced in the design and manufacturing process
- Why Maura thinks the term 'adaptive' is unhelpful
Learn more about MagnaReady at magnaready.com and @magnaready on Instagram.
Listen to other episodes of Made For Us: podfollow.com/made-for-us/view
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Read the episode transcript: carolynkiel.com/podcast/accessible-fashion-maura-horton-magnaready
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Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.
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As the hosts of the Othering Podcast, Mike and Dory advocate for marginalized communities. Their podcast provides a platform where neurodivergent, disabled and LGBTQ+ people can share their stories.
During this episode, you will hear Dory and Mike talk about:
- Why they started the Othering Podcast, and how they came up with the name of the show
- Sharing their own lived experiences of neurodivergence and disability on their podcast
- How they select their podcast guests and topics
- Why is it important to amplify the stories of disabled and LGBTQ+ people
- Learning from the feedback they have received about their podcast
- The long-term impact they want their podcast to have
Listen to the Othering Podcast interviews mentioned in this episode:
- Joseph Kibler: otheringpodcast.com/podcast/episode/6e011856/joseph-kibler-talks-about-disability-hiv-and-lgbtq-representation-in-hollywood
- Mychal Threets: otheringpodcast.com/podcast/episode/7810e147/mychal-threets-reading-rainbow-adhd
You can find all episodes of the Othering Podcast at OtheringPodcast.com.
Support or sponsor Beyond 6 Seconds: BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds
Read the episode transcript: carolynkiel.com/podcast/othering-podcast
Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player: pod.link/1336740192
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Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.
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