Positioning Ourselves for a Neurodivergent Workforce
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Greater New Orleans Foundation, 919 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130
Join us for an enriching and unique discussion on fostering a neurodiverse workforce with experts in the field!
Attendees will receive valuable insights from industry leaders including IBM, Microsoft, DXC Technology, and others who will share their expertise and practical strategies for integrating neurodiversity into the workplace.
Discover innovative and actionable strategies to champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within your company.
Embrace the power of diverse perspectives and unlock the full potential of your team.
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The fight to address the importance of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) achieved a huge milestone on December 12, 2023, as it passed the Senate HELP Committee. The bill represents a major step in positively affecting the lives of individuals with FASD and their families. FASD United, the national organization sponsoring FASD education, reports that an estimated 1 in 20 children in the United States are affected by FASD, but the majority of cases are undiagnosed.
Each fall, the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) gathers their network members for a conference in Washington, D.C. Their shared goal is to advance policies and practices that improve the health, education, social, and economic well-being of all people with developmental and other disabilities.
The Human Development Center is proud to participate in the conference by sending our Louisiana LEND and Interprofessional Preparation Program scholars as well as various HDC staff and faculty to connect, share, and grow with our national disability community. The 2023 AUCD theme was “Emerging Leaders: Shaping the Future.
We asked LEND scholar and self-advocate Jakeel Abdullah to share his AUCD experiences with us.
HDC’s partner in advocacy, Disability Rights Louisiana (DRLA), is seeking its next Executive Director. The job search is being handled by NPAG. Job seekers were encouraged to apply by October 13, 2023, but not enough were received, and the search is ongoing.
On September 19th, the Arc of Louisiana hosted a gubernatorial panel for candidates to answer questions on disability focused topics so that the community can have a more informed understanding of the candidates’ stance and potential policy initiatives.
LEND Scholar and Self-Advocate Jakeel Abdullah broke down the panel’s questions. Hear what candidates Shawn Wilson (D), Stephen Waguespack (R), Hunter Lundy (I), Richard Nelson (R), John Schroder (R), and Sharon Hewitt (R) had to say.
The governor’s primary election is set for Saturday, October 14. Early voting is available now until Saturday, October 7th.
Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments Off on August Newsletter: Have you heard about the April Dunn Act pathway? | Posted August 30, 2023 by Jolie Robichaux
Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans is offering free educational webinars for youth, parents & professionals scheduled for all Thursdays in September at 12:00-1:00 PM.
Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments Off on HDC can make the April Dunn Act pathway possible for your school! | Posted August 22, 2023 by Jolie Robichaux
Are you interested in learning about how work will affect your Social Security benefits?
What is the Ticket to Work Program, and how can I participate?
Can I receive Social Security disability benefits while I’m working?
What is Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) and does it apply to me?
This month’s Ticket to Work WISE webinar answers the top 5 questions about working while you’re receiving disability benefits on August 23 at 3 p.m. ET.
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