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In 2021, ND ranked highest in the nation in the employment of people with a vision disability (nearly seven out of 10 were employed). Nationally, about five out of 10 people with a vision disability were employed. Learn how Vocational Rehabilitation can help both employers and people with disabilities achieve workforce success at hhs.nd.gov/vr.

Goodwill’s S.T.A.R.S. program helps adults with disabilities learn life skills, job skills and more to help them achieve lives of independence! Learn more about this unique program at https://ow.ly/P7bb50QCRL3

School leaders: This Disability Pride Month, discover six actions that promote inclusion in physical education and physical activity at the district and school levels. By taking these steps, we can create supportive school environments where every student has an opportunity to succeed. https://bit.ly/4ciCGX7

Did you know that in 2019, people with disabilities comprised 5% of Maryland’s labor force? Learn more about the economic impact of the Employment Works Program in our report at the link: https://bit.ly/3vWwGTS

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Learn about Special Needs Trusts in Ohio, which are essential for protecting the financial future of individuals with disabilities while preserving their benefits. Watch for key insights for informed planning. 💡

As we reflect on our advocacy efforts during Hill Day for the Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act (S.3238) it's clear how crucial this bill was in enhancing employment standards for individuals with disabilities. By providing grants to support competitive integrated employment, prohibiting subminimum wages, and offering technical assistance to employers, this legislation promotes inclusivity and economic opportunity in Arkansas's workforce, fostering a more equitable and empowered community. https://lnkd.in/etrDfZQ

The U.S. Departments of Education and Health and Human Services declared a “renewed commitment and urgency” in supporting young children with disabilities and developmental delays when updating their policy statement on early childhood inclusion at the end of 2023. “Building Inclusive State Child Care Systems,” a new resource by Start Early and The Division for Early Childhood, is a tool intended to continue to drive change and help build more inclusive child care systems by providing an overview of the requirements for inclusion of children with developmental delays and disabilities in child care programs. Explore key findings and read the new resource: https://lnkd.in/gxWR-X7j

“The process of blending, braiding, or sequencing can be complex, but the rewards are significant in supporting people with disabilities in Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE).” A new report from the Office of Disability Employment Policy ’s Advancing State Policy Integration for Recovery and Employment (ASPIRE) initiative can help state agencies, program managers, and service providers become more knowledgeable about funding mechanisms and provides resources for acquiring further information in their state. Explore the ASPIRE report “Funding Crosswalks: Coordinating and Leveraging Resources to Increase CIE.” bit.ly/4bXPGR2

“The process of blending, braiding, or sequencing can be complex, but the rewards are significant in supporting people with disabilities in Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE).” A new report from the Office of Disability Employment Policy Advancing State Policy Integration for Recovery and Employment (ASPIRE) initiative can help state agencies, program managers, and service providers become more knowledgeable about funding mechanisms and provides resources for acquiring further information in their state. Explore the ASPIRE report “Funding Crosswalks: Coordinating and Leveraging Resources to Increase CIE.” bit.ly/4bXPGR2