Updates about Employment First
On September 30, 2022 President Biden took a huge step forward to recognize individuals with disabilities with a full proclamation to focus on National Disability Awareness Month and the importance of celebrating the contributions of these individuals to our employers and economy. See the full proclamation here.
Additionally, disability is part of the current term "Disability, Equality, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEI&A). This a a great step forward for our communities across the country and demonstrates great support of VR's mission and continued efforts around Employment First. See the full unveiled plan from the White House here.
Additionally, disability is part of the current term "Disability, Equality, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEI&A). This a a great step forward for our communities across the country and demonstrates great support of VR's mission and continued efforts around Employment First. See the full unveiled plan from the White House here.
To mark the third anniversary of Executive Order 92: Employment First for North Carolinians with Disabilities, the Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) collaborated with state agencies to produce a series of videos and messages featuring state employees with disabilities, as well as those who support them. This includes Governor Roy Cooper, who has stepped up efforts to ensure that state workplaces are welcoming and inclusive of people with disabilities. You can see the videos here.
Additional resource to increase person first language published by DHHS is located here.
Additional resource to increase person first language published by DHHS is located here.
On March 28, 2019 Gov. Roy Cooper signed and Executive Order to become the first state to open up employment opportunities for those with disabilities. You can spot one member honored to witness this moment in person, Joy Tribble. Read the full article