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Disability at Work: Erasing the Stigma

Disability at Work: Erasing the Stigma - 6:04

The ADA Amendments Act of 2008 expanded the definition of disability to be more inclusive of those with non-apparent disabilities.

Andrew Imparato, Executive Director of the Association of University Centers on Disabilities, discusses the importance of empowering Americans with disabilities through self-determination and economic self-sufficiency.

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Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities at Work

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities at Work - 6:27

According to a 2017 Bureau of Labor Statistics report, the workforce participation rate among Americans with disabilities is three and a half times less than the general population. While the unemployment rate for those with a disability has declined, many remain jobless or face challenges at work.

Peter Berns, Chief Executive Officer of The Arc, discusses workplace inclusivity.

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Latest Trends in Assistive Technology

Latest Trends in Assistive Technology - 6:12

Advocates say that advances in technology are positively transforming the lives of people with a disability. Although technology continues to break new ground, accessible features are not consistently prioritized in product development.

Eric Kaika, Director of Public Relations for Telecommunications for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Inc., discusses the importance of driving innovation in accessible tech.

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Smart Tech: Making a Difference

Smart Tech: Making a Difference - 7:26

According to the National Institutes of Health, the number of Americans with a visual impairment or blindness is expected to double by 2050.

Eric Bridges, Executive Director of the American Council of the Blind, joins Ellee Pai Hong to discuss his organization’s efforts to increase the independence and quality of life for the blind and visually impaired community.

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Workplace Inclusion and the Bigotry of Low Expectations

Workplace Inclusion and the Bigotry of Low Expectations - 6:13

A majority of adults with disabilities are either unemployed or underemployed, despite their ability, desire and willingness to work.

Cari DeSantis, President and CEO of Melwood, sits down with Ellee Pai Hong to share how her organization is advancing equitable employment opportunities.

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Culture of Respect Initiative

Culture of Respect Initiative - 4:01

Jill Horner speaks with Christopher Catching, Vice President for Student Affairs from Stockton University, about their Culture of Respect Initiative. Interview recorded 10/17/2018.

All that Jazz

All that Jazz - 3:43

Jill Horner speaks with Ralph E. Hunter, Sr., President and Founder from the African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey, about All that Jazz. Interview recorded 10/17/2018.

PeerForward

PeerForward - 5:26

Yolanda Vazquez speaks with Raquel Figueroa, the Managing Director of Program Implementation for PeerForward, about the variety of services they offer to students to help with college preparation and the upcoming career advisement event they will be a part of.

GapBuster, Inc.

GapBuster, Inc. - 4:40

Yolanda Vazquez speaks with Hilary Yeboah, the Director of Youth Programming for GapBuster, Inc., about the history of the organization, the work they do bridging gaps between students, and some of their other services with adult learning.

The Training Source, Inc.

The Training Source, Inc. - 5:04

Yolanda Vazquez speaks with E. Kim Rhim, the Founder and Executive Director of The Training Source, Inc., about the organization’s 25th Anniversary, the work they do with youth, high schoolers, job seekers, and the community, and the variety of training programs they offer.

First Generation College Bound

First Generation College Bound - 5:14

Yolanda Vazquez speaks with Deja Cobbs, the Lead College Access Coach of First Generation College Bound, about how the organization was founded, the work they do with high school students to prepare them for college, and their college retention program.

Prince George’s County’s Department of Recreation

Prince George’s County’s Department of Recreation - 4:18

Yolanda Vazquez speaks with Brittany Lassiter, STEAMFest Chair of Prince George’s County’s Department of Recreation, about the origin of STEAMFestival, the importance it plays in the community, and some of the activities that will be offered at the event.

Total Care Services, Inc

Total Care Services, Inc - 3:56

Yolanda Vazquez speaks with Drucella Wheeler Ndoye, the Executive Director of Total Care Services, Inc., about the services they provide for developmentally disabled individuals and their Transitioning Youth Program.

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