October is National Disability Employment Awareness month and an important reminder that a strong economy is good for workers at all skill levels and in many different circumstances. Workers with disabilities are benefiting from more opportunities than ever before, but more can be done to support them.
The origins of National Disability Employment Awareness Month can be traced to 1945. In the 70 years since, much has changed about how, when and where people with disabilities are able to work. It is these advancements and contributions that are celebrated as part of this month. In the current strong economy, employers are hiring and retaining more people with disabilities. This is good news. But there is room to do more.
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