Disability:IN Chicagoland. An affiliate of @DisabilityIN.

Chicago, IL
Joined December 2015
Proposed cuts in funding to Community Integrated Living Arrangements serving Illinois adults with disabilities will reduce funding for direct support professional hours by $87 million. Learn more and find advocacy tools online here... #IARF #CILA iarf.org/policyactioncenter.…
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There's still time to register for the 2024 DEI. Details & information below...
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Happy New Year from Disability:IN Chicagoland! As you plan for the year ahead, check out this 2024 Calendar of Disability Related Dates created by @DisabilityIN. disabilityin.org/resource/20…
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Join us next Weds, Dec. 6th at 11 CST for A Disability Policy Conversation with the @MOPDChicago Commissioner @Rachel_Arfa who will share an update on MOPD’s priorities for next year, including details on MOPD’s Career Center. eventbrite.com/e/a-disabilit…
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It's the end of #DEAM23 but opportunities to learn about disability inclusion continue. Join us on Mon. Nov. 6th at 11 Central for an online conversation on Successfully Managing the Accommodations Process. Details & registration online here - bit.ly/45A4AtA
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Join us on Weds. Oct. 25th for a discussion on Supporting Self-ID to Build a Culture of Inclusion & networking reception hosted by @McDermottLaw. Register here: bit.ly/3PDC4l2
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Last chance to register for the #EMEA Virtual Disability Recruiting Showcase hosted by @DisabilityIN on Weds 9/27. Details here...
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A big thanks to @AbilityLab for hosting us and sharing your beautiful space with our Chicago network #DisabilityInclusion #WorkplaceInclusion
We were happy to host @DisabilityINChi event at @AbilityLab featuring @AccessLiving CEO @karentamley and communications director Bridget Hayman talking about how common mistakes employers make around disability inclusion in the workplace. #disabilityemployment
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Join us Friday, 9/22 at 11:30 CST for a discussion on disability supplier diversity. Details & Registration info below... #SupplierDiversity #DisabilityInclusion
Don't wait to register for "Integrating Disability-Owned Business Enterprises (DOBE®s) Into Your Supply Chain!" Join us on 9/22 from 11:30 AM -1:00 PM CT for a virtual discussion about the benefits and best practices for building relationships with DOBE®s. bit.ly/47LRX0I
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Our partners @WeAreDisLead are looking for leaders with disabilities to apply for their 2023 Fellowship class. Application deadline is Oct. 6th.
Are you an energetic, aspiring leader with a disability who is passionate about making change in your community? Apply by September 15th to guarantee an interview. The final deadline to apply is October 6! disabilitylead.org/apply
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Partner @Guidewire_PandC recently launched its ABLEguide ERG which is highlighting accessibility & building disability awareness. Kudos to Guidewire for promoting workplace inclusion. Read the ABLEguide story: bit.ly/45fkgTl #DisabilityInclusion #Accessibility
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As Disability Pride Month ends, remember there are opportunities to recognize & celebrate disability year-round. @DisabilityIN has a calendar of disability-related occasions, holidays, and #awareness dates across the US and globally. disabilityin.org/resource/20…
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Thank you to @Wintrust for featuring Disability:IN Chicagoland all month on its digital billboard along the Kennedy Expressway at North Ave in Chicago #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityInclusion
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It's #ParkinsonsAwarenessMonth. A recent study announced that someone is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease every 6 minutes in the U.S. #Take6forPD by taking 6 minutes this month to learn more and raise awareness about Parkinson’s. parkinson.org/Awareness
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#WorldDownSyndromeDay, recognized by the UN on March 21st, is a global awareness day to advocate for the rights, well-being and inclusion of individuals with Down Syndrome. Show your support by joining the #LotsOfSocks campaign. worlddownsyndromeday.org/lot…
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of "the mother' of the disability rights movement @judithheumann whose leadership was instrumental in pivotal disability rights legislation. judithheumann.com/the-world-…
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Don't miss Disability:IN Chicagoland's online discussion on Thursday, March 9th from 11-12 Central on Creating Inclusive & Accessible Social Media & Communications. Register online here: bit.ly/40Dfduh #DisabilityInclusion #SocialMedia #Accessibility
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Microsoft announces its Disability Scholarship for students with disabilities pursuing careers in technology. Applications due March 15. Learn more online here… microsoft.com/en-us/diversit…
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