The Importance of Including and Supporting Individuals with Disabilities in America’s Workforce

Event Description: 
This webinar will celebrate the importance of including people with disabilities in the nation's workforce during National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Presenters will talk about how a Center for Independent Living in a rural area and Council on Developmental Disabilities has paved the way to advance competitive, integrated employment (CIE) for people with disabilities. Attendees will also learn about a self-advocate's journey to competitive, integrated employment
 
 
Presenters:
  • Michael Leyva, Contracts/Grants Coordinator, Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council
  • Sierra Royster, Youth Programs Coordinator, Association of Rural Independent Living
  • Sarah Bair, Youth Transition Coordinator, Central Washington Disability Resources
 
This webinar wil be held on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET.
 
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Dates: 
Tuesday, October 12, 2021 - 3:00pm to 4:30pm EDT
Status: 
Sponsor: 
Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center
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