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Lunch & Learn: Disability Benefits 101

Presenters:    Carolyn Wheeler, M.S., CPWIC    Supported Employment Training Project    Human Development Institute/UK        Jeff White, MBA, CPWIC    Quality Assurance Coord. Employment    Div. of Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities     Learning Objectives:

4th Thursday ADA Talks: Polling Place Accessibility and the ADA

Polling Place Accessibility and the ADA     Presenter: Barry Whaley, Director, Southeast ADA Center

August Employer Seminar Series: Employers as Change Agents

Presented by Kentucky’s Employment First Council and RETAIN Kentucky   Did you know… Companies leading in hiring persons with disabilities were, on average, twice as likely to have higher total shareholder returns than those of their peer group. Focusing on what a person can do is key to success. Join us to hear Sherry Glenn, Diversity and Inclusion Specialist from Brown Forman share her expertise and innovative approach to recruitment and retention of employees with disabilities.

4th Thursday ADA Talks: Effective Communication in Healthcare Settings

4th Thursday ADA Talks: Effective Communication in Healthcare Settings August 22, 10 - 11 am Presenter: To Be Announced Hosted By: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. Contact for More Information Southeast ADA Center Email: seadawebinars@syr.edu Phone: 404-541-9001 Web: adasoutheast.org

HDI shares Kentuckian’s impact on disability rights movement with documentary screening

In honor of Disability Pride Month, UK’s Human Development Institute (HDI) is sharing the story of one Kentuckian who has spent his life advocating for others.

Lunch & Learn: Disability Benefits 101

At the end of the 30 minutes, you will be able to use ky.db101.org to show the positive financial impact of employment while still maintaining a person’s eligibility for Medicaid or Medicare.     Presenters: Carolyn Wheeler, M.S., CPWIC Supported Employment Training Project Human Development Institute/UK     Jeff White, MBA, CPWIC Quality Assurance Coord. Employment Div. of Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities

Inclusive Workforce Summit

Economic development and business success are directly tied to the quality of the workforce. To drive growth and innovation, we must build workplaces that embrace inclusion, diversity and provide opportunities for all talented individuals to thrive.    

"If I Can’t Do It, It Ain’t Worth Doing" online documentary screening

Documentary screening and discussion of "If I Can’t Do It, It Ain’t Worth Doing". From the remote hills of Kentucky to the halls of Congress, join Arthur Campbell, Jr., on his own unforgettable ride through life and the disability rights movement. The online screening will be followed by discussion with Arthur Campbell.

The Role of the ADA Coordinator in Post-Secondary Ed

The Role of the ADA Coordinator in Post-Secondary Ed   Presenter: William Myhill Director of Disability Access & ADA Coordinator at Syracuse University

Stay at Work Kentucky-Building the Commonwealth’s Inclusive Workforce

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations that embrace inclusivity are better equipped to drive innovation, foster growth, and gain a competitive edge. We’re excited to invite you to our exclusive FREE webinar where industry experts will demystify the concept of “inclusion” and unveil why it should be a top priority for forward-thinking leaders like yourself. Sponsored by RETAIN Kentucky and the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce