WE ARE BRINGING AWARENESS TO DISABILITY BY HIGHLIGHTING AWARENESS DAYS EACH MONTH. WE INVITE YOU TO SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE AND STORY WITH THESE DISABILITIES. SHARING LEADS TO UNDERSTANDING AND ACCEPTANCE. NO MATTER THE LENGTH OF YOUR SHARE.
October is recognized as National Disability Employment Awareness Month in the US.
World Cerebral Palsy Day (October 6)
World Sight Day (October 10)
White Cane Awareness Day (October 15)
Invisible Disabilities Week (October 17-23)
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (October)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Awareness Month (October)
World Blind Day (October 8)
World Arthritis Day (October 10)
World Mental Health Day (October 10)
United Nations Day (October 24)
World Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Day (October 25)
This month-long observance celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and highlights the importance of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to employment opportunities12.
The theme for NDEAM 2024 is “Access to Good Jobs for All”, emphasizing the need to create inclusive workplaces where everyone can thrive3. It’s a time to reflect on the progress made and the work still needed to ensure that individuals with disabilities can fully participate in the workforce.
Are you interested in learning more about specific events or ways to get involved this month?
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