October is Disability Employment Awareness Month
Updated: Jan 10, 2023
Author: Library of Congress
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
In October, Americans observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month by paying tribute to the accomplishments of the men and women with disabilities whose work helps keep the nation’s economy strong and by reaffirming their commitment to ensure equal opportunity for all citizens.
This effort to educate the public about the issues related to disability and employment began in 1945, when Congress enacted Public Law 176, declaring the first week of October each year as National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week. In 1962, the word “physically” was removed to acknowledge the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities. Some 25 years later, Congress expanded the week to a month and changed the name to National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
About the 2022 Theme
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the theme for 2022 National Disability Employment Awareness Month is "Disability: Part of the Equity Equation."
For additional details visit the Office of Disability Employment Policy Website.
Employment
This resource lists national organizations that provide information on a range of issues related to recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining employees with disabilities.
Executive and Legislative Documents
Signed into law by Pres. George H.W. Bush, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a wide-ranging civil rights law that prohibits, under certain circumstances, discrimination based on disability.
Here in Jackson, Wyoming, our residents love working for the following local businesses:
The Animal Adoption Center
St Johns
The Jackson Hole Playhouse
Jackson Animal Hospital
White Chapel
TLS
Silver Dollar Bar & Grill
Blue Spruce Cleaners
TJ Maxx
Teton County Rec Center
Boot Barn
Big R
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