The Americans with Disabilities Act celebrated its 27th anniversary this year, and while it has changed countless lives, it clear that much work still needs to be done. Continue reading Wonder Women in Accessibility
MTA New York City Transit Hires First-Ever Senior Advisor for Systemwide Accessibility
For the first time ever, New York City Transit will have a dedicated accessibility chief. Continue reading MTA New York City Transit Hires First-Ever Senior Advisor for Systemwide Accessibility
November is National Scholarship Month NOW is the time to start applying for scholarships
SALT LAKE CITY–TFS Scholarships is the most comprehensive free online resource for higher education funding connecting students to more than 7 million scholarships representing more than $41 billion in aid. Continue reading November is National Scholarship Month NOW is the time to start applying for scholarships
Baltimore Orioles Become First Pro Sports Team to Wear Braille Jerseys
The Baltimore Orioles want everyone to be able to root, root, root for the home team. Continue reading Baltimore Orioles Become First Pro Sports Team to Wear Braille Jerseys
Challenges are Inevitable, Defeat is Optional
Since she was a little girl, Carrie Davis knew she was unique. Born without her left arm, she often wondered, “Why me?” She longed to be known for her contributions, not for what she was missing.
Continue reading Challenges are Inevitable, Defeat is Optional
Resources for Women with Disabilities Who Own Businesses
For women with disabilities, entrepreneurship offers a dynamic opportunity to break through barriers. In the corporate world, women with disabilities face a high unemployment rate and other challenges with employers who can be less than accommodating. Continue reading Resources for Women with Disabilities Who Own Businesses
Rising Leader: Cody Bowman
Cody Bowman graduated from State College of Florida with her Associate of Arts degree in 2014. Currently, she is a junior at the University of South Florida, Sarasota-Manatee. She is studying for her Bachelor of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Social Science in Social Work and Sociology. Continue reading Rising Leader: Cody Bowman
Ph.D. with ADHD brings can-do focus to science, life
In third grade, Jennifer “Jenna” Kotler was perfectly happy counting the tiles in the classroom ceiling instead of doing her work. What she tried hard to do was sit quietly like her classmates in their French-immersion school in Toronto. Continue reading Ph.D. with ADHD brings can-do focus to science, life
Jillian Mercado hasn’t let a wheelchair stop her from becoming a top model who reps Target and Beyonce
In the world of professional modeling, Jillian Mercado is certain to stand out — the native New Yorker is one of the rare models in the U.S. with a physical disability.
Continue reading Jillian Mercado hasn’t let a wheelchair stop her from becoming a top model who reps Target and Beyonce
City Career Fair Announces 2019 Dates!
Diversity Employment Day Career Fairs provide recruiters access to the United States’ largest pool of diverse, multi-cultural, and qualified professionals. Continue reading City Career Fair Announces 2019 Dates!
