Disability Employment Awareness Month
Every October is Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) and commemorates the contributions of people with disabilities to America’s workforce and economy. DEAM is an excellent time to celebrate workers with disabilities and learn more about how individuals from this highly talented group continue to enhance Florida’s workforce at all levels.
Preparations are underway and more information is coming soon so check back as we update our webpage on opportunities to help recognize Disability Employment Awareness Month.
TELL YOUR STORY
As part of our celebration of DEAM in 2024, we want to hear from you! If you are a student with a disability, a parent or guardian of a child with a disability, or an adult Vocational Rehabilitation client, we welcome you to enter our Tell Your Story Contest. Your story submission will make you eligible for the chance to win a $50 digital gift card by random drawing and have your story shared on our social media channels! Click below to learn more and get started.
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
Spread the Word
Social Media: Use your social media platforms to talk about the benefits of disability employment. CLICK HERE for tips you can share to help raise awareness. [See sample/suggested graphics options on the right and download the toolkit for sample social media messages.]
Use the hashtags #NDEAM and #inclusiveflorida and be sure to tag The Able Trust on your social media platforms of choice.- Facebook/LinkedIn: @The Able Trust
- Instagram/Twitter (X): @Abletrust
- Sign up for The Able Trust communications so you don’t miss any important resources, research or information on how to get connected to talent from an important workforce pool. CLICK HERE
Check out previous highlights from 2023 Disability Employment Awareness Month!
Share Your Story
- Share your story of inclusion and experience hiring persons with disabilities with us so we can include your story in our growing catalog of best practices. CLICK HERE to contact us.