[Ohio-talk] FW: "Best of Accessible Cleveland" Awards

Fri May 22 18:30:10 UTC 2015

Dear Suzanne,

How are you doing? I was sure you would be interested in seeing and possibly sharing this exciting opportunity for recognition.

Sincerely,
Elizabeth

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"Best of Accessible Cleveland" Luncheon & Awards
12:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, 2015

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The Dancing Wheels Company & School in cooperation with the ADA 25 Committee will host the "Best of Accessible Cleveland" Luncheon at the InterContinental Cleveland Hotel on Thursday, July 9, 2015 (12:30 p.m.).  This event will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disability Act and honor three award winners that have made significant contributions to improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

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ABOUT THE AWARDS

Nominations are being accepted until 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2015 for the following Awards:

Champion For Inclusion Award

This award will be given to an individual within an organization who is a champion for disability inclusion and has demonstrated leadership in creating full and equal access.

Submission Requirements

Submit an essay of up to 2,600 characters on how the nominee's leadership changed the lives of individuals with disabilities through their own leadership skills.  Please include some of the following transformational characteristics:

*	How are they identified as a Champion of Change?
*	How did they deal with the complexity and challenges of creating a full and equal access environment?
*	What visionary results occurred through their efforts?
*	How have their efforts changed the lives of youth and adults with disabilities?

Arts Access Award

This award will be given to an organization that has gone above and beyond in providing full and equal access to patrons and artists within the visual or performing arts.

Submission Requirements

Submit an essay of up to 2,600 characters on how the organization created a fully and equal experience to the arts for individuals with disabilities.  Please include some of the following transformational characteristics:

*	How did the organization engage the disability community in the creation and, or participation in programming or venue design?
*	How did the organization deal with the complexity and challenges of creating a full and equal access environment?
*	How have their efforts impacted the arts experience for individuals with disabilities?

Supporting Materials

*	Up to three published articles in a PDF format, that demonstrate the impact this organization had on changing the perception of individuals participating in the arts, may be submitted.
*	One video up to five minutes posted on YouTube or Vimeo, that shows individuals with disabilities participating in the arts, may be submitted.

Best of Accessible Cleveland

This award is given to an organization or company that exemplifies a fully inclusive workplace and culture that values the talents and abilities of individuals with disabilities.  

Submission Requirements

Submit an essay of up to 4,000 characters on how the company or organization has created a fully inclusive workplace.  Please include some of the following transformational characteristics:

*	Architecturally, how has the organization or company created a fully accessible workplace? 
*	What steps were taken to ensure people with disabilities were included in recruitment efforts?
*	What are some of the best practices that were implemented to provide equal access to employment opportunities?
*	What retention, and advancement programs were created for employees with disabilities?
*	What workplace mentoring programs or employee resource groups were created to improve employment outcomes for employees with disabilities?
*	What impact has the organization or company had on its employee's lives with disabilities.

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About The Luncheon

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