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

Sat Oct 2 18:14:27 UTC 2021

Like resolutions, I believe proclamations must be one sentence. This one has a bunch of sentences.

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> On Oct 2, 2021, at 1:19 PM, Suzanne Turner via Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> P R O C L A M A T I O N
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> Proclaiming the month of October 2021 as Disability Employment Awareness
> Month in Cuyahoga County: "America's Recovery: Powered by Inclusion"
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> 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".
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> 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".
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>            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)
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> 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.
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> 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.
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>            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.
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> 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"
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> 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.
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> 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.   
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> Sample NDEAM Proclamation - from DOL-ODEP
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> 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
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> 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
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> 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
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> 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.
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> NDEAM 2021 Events
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> Call for Access: Recruiting and Hiring People with Disabilities - ADA
> Cleveland
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> October 5, 2021 from 12:00 - 1:00 pm
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> Call for Access: Finding the Right Job for YOU - ADA Cleveland
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> October 6, 2021 from 12:00- 1:00 pm
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> The Business Case for Disability Inclusion - Services for Independent Living
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> Oct 6, 2021 10:00 AM - 11:00 am
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> Call for Access: Creating an Accessible Workplace - ADA Cleveland
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> October 14, 2021 from 12:00 - 1:00 pm
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> Virtual Hiring Event for Self-Advocates - Northeast Ohio openings -
> Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD)
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> October 14, 2021 from 10:00am - 3:00pm
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> 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.
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> Global Best Buddies NDEAM Event - Best Buddies International
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> October 13, 2021 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm
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> Preparing Young Adults for Employment: Empowering Disabled Young Adults to
> Take Charge of their Transition Out of High School - Organization for Autism
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> October 14, 2021 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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> Employment Success Stories - Spotlight on micro businesses - Ohio Family 2
> Family
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> Oct 14, 2021 7pm - 8:30pm
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> Hiring College Graduates and Students with Disabilities - OOD
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> Wednesday, October 20, 2021 from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
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> Hiring College Graduates and Students with Disabilities | Opportunities for
> Ohioans with Disabilities
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> Transition Bootcamp Booster Session -- Employment & Beyond - Ohio Family 2
> Family
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> October 21, 2021 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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> Debunking the 3 Biggest Myths about Disability Benefits and Work - Ticket to
> Work 
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> October 27, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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> 2021 Ohio Aging and Disability Transportation Equity Forum Series - Services
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> Equity Forum Series Dates Announced - Services for Independent Living, Inc
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