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Join me tomorrow, April 9 for this webinar on my favorite topic - reframing how we look at posture in people with disabilities.

What are the five key reasons to hire people with disabilities? Check out my latest blog to find out!

Did you know that Goodwill Southern California helps individuals with disabilities find employment? Our Supported Employment program helps people with disabilities find competitive work in the community and provides ongoing support services like a Job Coach. To learn more about how Goodwill Southern California can help you or someone you know find employment opportunities, follow us at @Goodwill Southern California. #WorkersWithDisabilities #TransformingLivesThroughThePowerOfWork #Employment

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has been a beacon of hope and equality for people with disabilities since its enactment in 1990. Did you know the ADA protects those with mental health conditions? Learn more about how this groundbreaking law advocates for workplace accommodations, anti-discrimination policies, and equal access to services here: https://bit.ly/3CEnd2s

Here are a few examples of different college programs that support people with disabilities to enter the workforce.

Here are some super helpful guidelines for interacting with someone with a physical disability.

Learn about the U.S.'s Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and its impact on educational accessibility and inclusivity. Discover how we support IDEA principles at https://lnkd.in/gkHASHgZ. #InclusiveEducation #BrooklynNY #DevelopmentalDisabilityCare

If you're looking for a job and have a disability, or if you're a guardian, family member, employer, DSP, case manager, policy maker, or just really care about making it easier for people with disabilities to find jobs, you should check out this article! It was made with the help of Iowa's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD), Iowa Developmental Disabilities Council, and Iowa Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE). Stories in this article can give you ideas on how to start promoting employment-first practices in Iowa. https://lnkd.in/gpwQbU_E

Busting Myths About Hiring Disabled Folks Part 1: Accommodations Are Too Expensive? In my keynote "Leveraging Talent with Disabilities" I discuss and dispel the common myths that prevent employers from hiring folks with disabilities.

Here are some super helpful guidelines for interacting with someone with a physical disability.