[Ohio-Talk] Proclaiming the month of October 2021 as Disability Employment Awareness Month

Sat Oct 2 17:19:12 UTC 2021

P R O C L A M A T I O N

Proclaiming the month of October 2021 as Disability Employment Awareness
Month in Cuyahoga County: "America's Recovery: Powered by Inclusion"

WHEREAS, the annual observance of National Disability Employment Awareness
Month is designed to recognize the contributions of workers with
disabilities.  The effort to educate the American public about issues
related to disability and employment began in 1945, when Congress enacted a
law declaring the first week of October each year "National Employ the
Physically Handicapped Week".

WHEREAS, in 1962, the word "physically" was removed to acknowledge the
employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of
disabilities.  In 1988, Congress expanded the week to a month and changed
the name to "National Disability Employment Awareness Month".

            WHEREAS, this is the nation's 76th observance of NDEAM, which is
administered by the Department's Office of Disability Employment Policy.
This year is also marks the commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

WHEREAS, this observance presents us with the opportunity to increase the
public's awareness of the contributions and skills of American workers with
disabilities.  Programs carried out during this month will also highlight
the specific barriers that still need to be addressed and removed.

WHEREAS, the 2021 observance theme is "America's Recovery: Powered by
Inclusion," and builds on the founding fathers' philosophy that the new
nation sees every human being having inherent worth bestowed upon them by
the Creator, and that equality is a fundamental right.

            WHEREAS, Americans with disabilities strengthen our country's
workforce.  By enhancing the workplace environment for people with
disabilities, employers can help provide access to jobs that allow these
individuals to demonstrate their potential and realize their dreams.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of Cuyahoga County, Ohio,
hereby proclaims the month of October 2021 as Disability Employment
Awareness Month in Cuyahoga County: "America's Recovery: Powered by
Inclusion"

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of Cuyahoga County hereby recognizes
that Americans with disabilities are an underutilized reservoir of ambition,
talent and skill ready to make great contributions to the workplace.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the Council be, and she is, hereby
instructed to transmit a copy of this resolution to Jesse Drucker, Chief
Talent Officer.   

Sample NDEAM Proclamation - from DOL-ODEP

76th Anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month

WHEREAS, October 2021 marks the 76th anniversary of National Disability
Employment Awareness Month; and

WHEREAS, The purpose of National Disability Employment Awareness Month is to
educate about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied
contributions of America's workers with disabilities; and

WHEREAS, The history of National Disability Employment Awareness Month
traces back to 1945 when Congress enacted a law declaring the first week in
October each year "National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week;" and

WHEREAS, In 1962, the word "physically" was removed to acknowledge the
employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of
disabilities; and

WHEREAS, In 1988, Congress expanded the week to a month and changed the name
to National Disability Employment Awareness Month; and

WHEREAS, Workplaces welcoming of the talents of all people, including people
with disabilities, are a critical part of our efforts to build an inclusive
community and strong economy; and

WHEREAS, Activities during this month will reinforce the value and talent
people with disabilities add to our workplaces and communities and affirm
the Council of Cuyahoga County, Ohio, commitment to an inclusive community
that increases access and opportunities to all, including individuals with
disabilities.

Therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Council of Cuyahoga County, Ohio,
recognize and commemorate the 76th anniversary of National Disability
Employment Awareness Month; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Council of Cuyahoga County, Ohio, call upon employers,
schools, and other community organizations in County, Ohio, to observe
October with appropriate programs and activities, and to advance its
important message that people with disabilities add value and talent to our
workplaces and communities; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Council of Cuyahoga County, Ohio, pledge to continue to
take steps throughout the year to recruit, hire, retain, and advance
individuals with disabilities and work to pursue the goals of opportunity,
full participation, economic self-sufficiency, and independent living for
people with disabilities.

NDEAM 2021 Events

Call for Access: Recruiting and Hiring People with Disabilities - ADA
Cleveland

October 5, 2021 from 12:00 - 1:00 pm

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xsJ8XpqG5co6pPQgCs24FE%3D&reserved=0> Recruiting and Hiring People with
Disabilities Tickets, Tue, Oct 5, 2021 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite

Call for Access: Finding the Right Job for YOU - ADA Cleveland

October 6, 2021 from 12:00- 1:00 pm

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%2FWk%3D&reserved=0> Finding the Right Job for YOU Tickets, Wed, Oct 6, 2021
at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite

The Business Case for Disability Inclusion - Services for Independent Living

Oct 6, 2021 10:00 AM - 11:00 am

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Registration (gotowebinar.com)

Call for Access: Creating an Accessible Workplace - ADA Cleveland

October 14, 2021 from 12:00 - 1:00 pm

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BVIYvrAY%3D&reserved=0> Creating an Accessible Workplace Tickets, Thu, Oct
14, 2021 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite

Virtual Hiring Event for Self-Advocates - Northeast Ohio openings -
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD)

October 14, 2021 from 10:00am - 3:00pm

If you or someone you know is interested in signing up for virtual
interviews, contact your Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD)
counselor for more information.

Global Best Buddies NDEAM Event - Best Buddies International

October 13, 2021 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm

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uddies.org%2Fndeam&data=04%7C01%7CMichael.Hoag%40ood.ohio.gov%7C775951538dad
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hS7bBntk%3D&reserved=0> 2021 NDEAM Event - Best Buddies International

Preparing Young Adults for Employment: Empowering Disabled Young Adults to
Take Charge of their Transition Out of High School - Organization for Autism
Research (OAR)

October 14, 2021 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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%3D&reserved=0> Webinar: Preparing Young Adults for Employment! |
Organization for Autism Research (researchautism.org)

Employment Success Stories - Spotlight on micro businesses - Ohio Family 2
Family

Oct 14, 2021 7pm - 8:30pm

Questions? Please contact Lynne Fogel - Lynne.Fogel at cchmc.org
<mailto:Lynne.Fogel at cchmc.org>  or 513-814-9181

Hiring College Graduates and Students with Disabilities - OOD

Wednesday, October 20, 2021 from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Hiring College Graduates and Students with Disabilities | Opportunities for
Ohioans with Disabilities

Transition Bootcamp Booster Session -- Employment & Beyond - Ohio Family 2
Family

October 21, 2021 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm

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brite.com%2Fe%2Fcle-2021-transition-booster-employment-tickets-162694885783&
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0%3D%7C1000&sdata=nh9Ax8Tyfgs8X9AVPf%2BgIOr0tLC92irqm1hVrClm69k%3D&reserved=
0> CLE 2021 Transition Booster - Employment Tickets, Thu, Oct 21, 2021 at
7:00 PM | Eventbrite

Debunking the 3 Biggest Myths about Disability Benefits and Work - Ticket to
Work 

October 27, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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aHDp%2FBpVci7G7nKPA%3D&reserved=0> Webinar Event Details - Ticket to Work -
Social Security (ssa.gov)

2021 Ohio Aging and Disability Transportation Equity Forum Series - Services
for Independent Living

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g%2F2021%2F09%2F13%2F2021-ohio-aging-and-disability-transportation-forum-ser
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8dad4a16077908d97f845a3a%7C50f8fcc494d84f0784eb36ed57c7c8a2%7C0%7C0%7C637681
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KNIuCgYoRQ%3D&reserved=0> 2021 Ohio Aging and Disability Transportation
Equity Forum Series Dates Announced - Services for Independent Living, Inc
(sil-oh.org)

Forum 1 - A Deeper Look into Transportation Surveys! How Do They Help Our
Local Communities?

10/5/2021 from 10:30 - 11:30 am

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Forum 2 - Mobility Managers: The Link Between Community Partners and 

Transportation Providers

10/12/2021 from 1:30 - 3:00 pm

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Forum 3 - Improving Access to Transportation in Ohio's Rural Communities

10/20/2021 from 10:30 -11:30 am

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Forum 4 - Technology and Transportation: The Future

10/28/2021 from 1:30 - 2:30 pm

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