Advocating For Those With Disabilities

with Diane Fleser of Disability Network West Michigan

According to the CDC, 1 in 3 adults in Michigan have a disability. Diane Fleser, CEO of the Disability Network West Michigan, joins host Laurel Hess to share how those with disabilities are filling the work void.

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Aug 25, 2021

Hosted by: Laurel Hess
Produced by: Heartland Newsmakers Team
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