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The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) is hosting a special webinar titled “Honoring the Contributions of Americans With Disabilities to the Workforce and National Progress Through University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs).” This webinar will be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm.

People with disabilities have long played a vital role in strengthening America’s workforce and driving innovation. This webinar will explore their impact through three perspectives – past, present, and future – highlighting the ways in which their contributions continue to shape national progress. The webinar will also showcase how UCEDDs provide essential services that empower individuals with disabilities and serve as catalysts for American innovation and economic growth. To help celebrate the spirit behind this year’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) theme of “Celebrating Value and Talent,” the webinar will feature a panel of five subject matter experts from across the UCEDD Network and its partners.

Please register for this webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

The webinar will provide live captioning and American Sign Language interpretation. Additional accommodation requests can be submitted via email by October 10, 2025.

For more information, please visit the AUCD website.

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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). Although the work to support individuals to obtain and maintain competitive integrated employment continues throughout the year, NDEAM presents an opportunity to recognize, celebrate, and confirm our commitment to ensuring individuals with disabilities have access to employment opportunities.

Proclamation From Governor Josh Shapiro
In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Governor Josh Shapiro issued a proclamation to highlight Pennsylvania’s efforts in ensuring everyone has the right to competitive integrated employment opportunities. The proclamation is attached to this email.

Employment Events Across the Commonwealth
To celebrate NDEAM, the Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) is highlighting some of the many NDEAM and other employment related events happening across the Commonwealth this October. Please note this list is not exhaustive, and there may be other events happening in your local community.

Download the National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Event Schedule here

Employment Data:

As of January 2024:

  • 8,239 individuals, ages 18-64, enrolled with ODP had “Competitive Integrated Employment” or CIE.
  • 4,548 individuals enrolled with ODP were utilizing ODP’s employment services.

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) defines Competitive Integrated Employment as work that is performed on a full-time or part-time basis for which an individual is:

  • Compensated at or above minimum wage and comparable to the customary rate paid by the employer to employees without disabilities performing similar duties and with similar training and experience.
  • The Individual receives the same level of benefits provided to other employees without disabilities in similar positions; at a location where the employee interacts with other individuals without disabilities; and presents opportunities for advancement similar to other employees without disabilities in other positions.

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October marks National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to celebrate and promote inclusive work environments. Join the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) for an insightful discussion on the history of NDEAM, the Employment First movement, and Pennsylvania’s commitment to advancing inclusive employment opportunities. Discover how Employment First has shaped ODP’s evolving supports and services, empowering individuals with disabilities to secure and sustain competitive, integrated employment, and supporting access to good jobs for everyone.

Audience:
All Stakeholders

Dates:
October 25, 2024
11:00 am – 12:00 pm

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The PA Secondary Transition website focuses on the multistep process that guides a youth from high school into adult living after they leave school. PA Secondary Transitions issues a monthly newsletter with relevant information for transitioning youth and their families.

The focus of October’s newsletter is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) and useful tips for discussing employment with those in transition.

View October’s newsletter here. Additional information and resources can be found on the Secondary Transition website.

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET
Register

As we observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month throughout October, you are invited to join the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), the Department of Education, the Department of Health and Human Services, and members of Federal Community Engagement Cross-Agency Workgroup, for a two-part webinar series on Understanding Community Engagement and its role in expanding Competitive Integrated Employment.

Part One: The Role of Non-Work Activities in Developing Critical Skills for Competitive, Integrated Employment

Join leaders, direct support professionals, and people supported as they discuss the invaluable role non-work activities play in Community Engagement and building critical life and social skills needed to ultimately find success in employment. Hear both firsthand accounts of how community-based activities foster social and professional development as well as research behind the importance of community engagement as part of Employment First efforts.

Part One Webinar Objectives:

  • Understand the definition of “Community Engagement” and how it differs from other forms of non-work activities.
  • Learn why Community Engagement programs are a crucial aspect of Employment First and Competitive Integrated Employment.
  • Discuss how non-work activities build necessary, interpersonal, communication, and professional skills that lead to successful employment outcomes.
  • Receive the latest research on the importance of Community Engagement.

The webinar will be facilitated by:

  • John Butterworth, Senior Research Fellow and Director of Employment Systems Change and Evaluation, Institute for Community Inclusion, University of Massachusetts Boston
  • Karen Lee, Executive Director, Supporting Employment Equality and Community (SEEC)
  • Jennifer Sulewski, Senior Research Associate and Project Manager, Institute for Community Inclusion, University of Massachusetts Boston

 

Stay tuned for an announcement about Part Two, coming soon!

Please email any accommodation requests.

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