National Disability Employment Awareness Month

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Observed each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities past and present and showcases supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices that benefit employers and employees. Learn more. 

We asked members of our community what they wish employers knew about individuals with Down syndrome. Check out the video here.

Do you have questions for NDSS about employment? Email employment@ndss.org today!

How to get involved: 

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NDEAM Op-Eds

During this National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), our DS Ambassadors used their voices to spread awareness, advocate for disability employment, and showcase the talents that individuals with Down Syndrome bring to the workforce. We invite you to check out their op-eds and join us in celebrating the contributions of workers with disabilities during NDEAM and beyond.