Fewer than 5% of Diversity Equity and Inclusion have Accessibility in their job title. Is this a promising practice? Is it a positive step to specifically call out accessibility? Join Craig Leen, of K&L Gates as he discusses this with several key leaders: Jeff Wissel, Disability: IN Chief Accessibility [...]
Please join us virtually and learn how you can increase your supplier diversity. Connect with certified Disability-Owned Business Enterprises (DOBE®s) in Chicagoland, DC Metro, Minnesota, and Wisconsin for a networking session to build relationships and create connections to prioritize disability supplier diversity.
Join us for a robust dialogue with Lori Golden, EY Abilities Strategy Leader, Kia Silver-Hodge, Enterprise Community Partners Sr. Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and The Honorable Katherine McCary, Disability:IN DC Metro CEO and C5 Consulting President. To create a more diversified and inclusive workplace, leaders must address [...]
A panel discussion hosted by Center for Disability Inclusion, Disability:IN Chicagoland, DC Metro, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Learn about benefits and best practices for hiring, onboarding, and retaining veterans with disabilities.
In honor of Women’s History Month and Intersectionality with Disability, Disability:IN DC Metro will host a virtual conversation with three women to exchange ideas and address questions including their school and career experiences as women with disabilities. The Hon. Katherine McCary, Disability:IN DC Metro's CEO, will open the dialog and [...]
A HYBRID DC Metro Annual event featuring ODEP, OFCCP and EEOC sharing their leadership plans, policies and activities for 2023. If you prefer to attend virtually, a Zoom link will be sent to all registrants prior to the session. ODEP Assistant Secretary, Taryn Williams ODEP Deputy Secretary Jennifer Sheehy ODEP Director, Employer [...]
July 26, 2023 11:00 am -12:15pm EST Register https://www.pathlms.com/disabilityiq/webinars/37249# ($25 for affiliate members, $99 for non-members, Free for DC Metro members) Concerning diversity conversations are occurring at the Corporate and University levels after the latest Supreme Court Affirmative Action decision and DEIA professionals’ apprehension. Former OFCCP Directors, Craig Leen and [...]
Please join Disability:IN DC Metro for our 8th Annual Accessibility Forum August 30 1:00- 3:00 PM Adaptable Accessibility: Incorporating Evolving Standards, Requirements, and Regulations into Your Digital Accessibility Program REGISTER NOW https://www.pathlms.com/disabilityiq/webinars/37248# Free Webinar Sponsored by Level Access Meet Our Panelists Jonathan Avila, Chief Accessibility Officer at Level Access Kate [...]
Disability:IN DC Metro invites you to join us for a virtual discussion on “Integrating Disability Owned Business Enterprises into Your Supply Chain” on Friday, September 22, 2022, from 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm EST. Connect with certified Disability-Owned Business Enterprises (DOBE®s) in Chicagoland, DC Metro, Minnesota, and Wisconsin during the virtual [...]
Join Disability:IN DC Metro for an informative 75-minute webinar as Tamman's expert, Chad Chelius, delves into the critical topic of document accessibility. As our world becomes increasingly digital, ensuring that documents are accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, is essential. This online event will cover topics such as creating [...]
July 26, 2024, marks the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Since its enactment, the civil rights law has shaped the development of and conversations around disability rights. Join Disability:IN Chicagoland, in collaboration with its affiliate partners Disability:IN DC Metro; Disability:IN Minnesota; Disability:IN Wisconsin; and the Center […]
Join us virtually for a collaborative event hosted by Center for Disability Inclusion, Disability:IN Chicagoland, Disability:IN DC Metro, Disability:IN Minnesota, Disability:IN North Carolina, and Disability:IN Wisconsin: "Building Inclusive Partnerships: Integrating DOBES® into Supply Chain Management." Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a movement towards more inclusive and equitable supply chains. During the event, [...]
Did you know that approximately 6 percent of the U.S. populations will experience Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in their lifetime? Join Disability:IN Minnesota in partnership with Center for Disability Inclusion, Disability:IN Chicagoland, Disability:IN DC Metro, Disability:IN North Carolina, and Disability:IN Wisconsin:, for a virtual conversation on the impacts of trauma and how to create an inclusive and [...]
