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Spotlighting Accessibility in Action: Programs Across the Federal Government
In 2021, President Biden issued Executive Order (EO) 14035 on “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in the Federal Workforce.” The EO aims to both strengthen the government’s ability to recruit, hire, develop, promote, and retain talent, as well as provide resources and opportunities to advance DEIA across the federal government. One of the first…
Spotlighting Accessibility in Action: Building an Inclusive Workforce
This October is the 74th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, which celebrates the many contributions of workers with disabilities to America’s workplaces and economy. While this takes place annually, its purpose is to reinforce a commitment to ensuring workers with disabilities have access to great jobs all year round. This blog will highlight…
Six Tips to Create Accessible Virtual Training
This month FMP proudly celebrates the 31st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This landmark civil rights law works to ensure all people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else, including employment and work-related opportunities. Did you know, according to the 2019 American Community Survey, there are an estimated…
How To Make Your Next Virtual Meeting More Inclusive
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the historic signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This piece of legislation helped increase access and opportunities for millions of people with disabilities in our nation’s workforce. To celebrate this historic achievement in equality, and to kick-off National Disability Employment Awareness Month, let’s also reflect on…