Office of Disability Employment Policy

Disability Pride Month is a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of people with disabilities. Let's continue to raise awareness and promote inclusion to create a more equitable workforce for all. #DisabilityPrideMonth

Although she didn’t realize it at the time, Beth Loy, Ph.D., PMP, SSBB, CLMS's childhood experiences growing up in rural West Virginia laid the foundation for her career advancing workplace inclusion for people with disabilities—especially those with multiple disabilities or intersecting, marginalized identities. Learn more in this #PrideMonth profile of one of our own policy advisors! 🌈 https://lnkd.in/eTerzCHh

On this #PTSD Awareness Day, let’s help raise awareness, offer support and promote understanding of post-traumatic stress disorder. At ODEP, we are committed to promoting inclusive workplaces that support the mental health needs of all employees. Together, we can create a more inclusive and supportive workplace for all. #PTSDAwarenessDay #Inclusion #MentalHealth For more info on PTSD: https://lnkd.in/d7Q247E2

Contribute to the federal agenda on #disability equity! The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) wants to hear your thoughts on how to improve policies and services for individuals with disabilities. Join OSTP’s public webinar on June 28 at noon ET to learn more. Register here: https://bit.ly/4cBJPBU

Curious about what’s shaping the paid leave landscape? The U.S. Department of Labor invites you to join us online this afternoon for the #PaidLeave: Equity in Implementation Conference! Researchers, state paid leave administrators and others will delve into the latest developments on this topic. We’re especially excited that our Assistant Secretary will be engaging in a panel conversation on workers’ rights at 1:15 p.m. alongside other U.S. Department of Labor leaders! Register now to join: https://bit.ly/3KQyf9R

Meet #PeopleWithDisabilities who are pursuing competitive integrated employment (CIE) opportunities in Oregon following a state settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, also known as Lane v. Brown. On June 26, join our webinar “After the State Settlement—Oregon's Efforts to Expand CIE” to learn how providers have played a key role since the state settlement in helping job seekers with disabilities understand their employment options and more!

“It’s not every day you get to work for the Pentagon. I’m proud to be a civil servant, part of a mission, part of something bigger.” —Evan Kellner, management analyst United States Department of Defense From a very young age, Evan Kellner’s career goals included serving the public. Little did he know they would lead to a career at the #Pentagon. It all started when his college signed up to be part of our #WorkforceRecruitmentProgram (WRP), which connected its students and recent graduates with disabilities to potential employment in the federal government. Learn more about the WRP and Evan’s journey in our latest success story! https://lnkd.in/exi7AvEK 🎓College and university administrators, register your school with the WRP through the end of June! https://lnkd.in/ewe8_jkp

In the years since it was handed down, the Supreme Court’s ruling in Olmstead v. L.C. has had a resounding ripple effect, setting in motion policy innovations across numerous federal agencies. To honor the 25th anniversary of Olmstead this month, our LEAD Center published a retrospective exploring 25 of the most impactful developments stemming from the landmark decision. https://lnkd.in/gpUPVvW6 As we reflect on the positive change brought about by this decision, share with us below how it has benefited you or your community.

The Supreme Court’s 1999 ruling in Olmstead v. L.C. was a seminal moment in #DisabilityRights history, and at the center of it all was a powerful trio of women. Tomorrow marks the 25th anniversary of this ruling, which significantly improved the lives of people with disabilities. Want a refresher on the amazing women who drove this decision? Check out this video.

We were thrilled to have this fantastic event with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for our Workforce Recruitment Program participants!