Join us in celebrating the National Disability Employment Awareness Month with a Pre-Expo Resume Readiness Training on Thursday, October 18th. This event ties into our annual Mayor’s Disability and Diversity Expo which will have an onsite- interview hiring fair on October 23rd.
Please note that the October Commission Meeting has been cancelled.
October is Disability Employment Awareness Month, and this year’s theme is America’s Workforce: Empowering All.
In recognition of September being Deaf Awareness Month, please join us by celebrating our 3rd Annual Deaf Celebration Day in partnership with the DCRelay, Gallaudet University, the National Association of the Deaf, DC Commission on Persons with Disabilities, Anthem, the DC Developmental Disabilities Council, the DC Department on Disability Services, the National Association of the Deaf, Deaf-Reach, and Age Friendly DC.
Enjoy the celebration with ASL performers and Deaf talent
Learn about the District's Emergency Preparedness Plan and the steps you can take to be ready for an emergency.
Join the Commission on Persons with Disabilties (DCCPD) for this month's meeting on Thursday, August 23 at 10:00 a.m. This month's meeting is by teleconference and the public are encouraged to attend.The Open Conference Line Number is 866-628-2987. Participant Code: 8488992. For more information or to request a reasonable accomodation, please contact Julia Wolhandler at [email protected] or 202-727-2890.
WHEREAS, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed on July 26, 1990 to ensure the civil rights of citizens with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, today marks the 28th anniversary of the signing of the ADA, which expanded access and opportunities for people with disabilities; and
The June 2018 ODR Newsletter features upcoming events throughout the month of June. To sign up for our newsletter please e-mail [email protected].
The July 2018 ODR Newsletter features upcoming events throughout the month of July. This issue includes recognition of the 28th Anniversary of the ADA, celebration of Disability Voter Registration Week, hosting a Disaster Preparedness Forum Kick Off and much more! To sign up for our newsletter please e-mail [email protected].
Join the Commission on Persons with Disabilties (DCCPD) for this month's meeting on Thursday, July 26th at 10:00 a.m. This month's meeting is in person and the public are encouraged to attend. Location is at 441 4th Street NW, 11th Floor Conference Center. If unable to attend in person the Open Conference Line Number is 866-628-2987. Participant Code: 8488992.
