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To recognize October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month in the City of Columbus.
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WHEREAS, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) was officially recognized by Congress in 1988, with the purpose of acknowledging the importance of increasing opportunities for people with disabilities in the workforce; and
WHEREAS, celebrated annually in October, NDEAM highlights the contributions of workers with disabilities, while promoting inclusive policies that benefit both employees and employers and educating the public on the value of disability inclusion in the workplace; and
WHEREAS, recognition of NDEAM encourages the hiring, retention, and advancement of individuals with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, this year’s NDEAM theme is “Celebrating Value and Talent,” emphasizing the importance of recognizing the diverse skills and talent that workers with disabilities bring to the workforce; and
WHEREAS, disability inclusion benefits all, as it creates supportive, accessible and understanding working environments for all individuals, while embracing a variety of diverse perspectives and lived experiences; and
WHEREAS, approximately 13 percent of the total population of the City of Columbus lives with a disability; and
WHEREAS, this Council recognizes the value and contributions of individuals with disabilities in the workforce, and will continue to advocate for and support inclusion, equity, and belonging in all aspects; and
WHEREAS, this Council encourages all residents and community members to celebrate NDEAM, learn more about disability employment issues, and foster inclusion for people with disabilities in the workplace; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council does hereby recognize October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month in the City of Columbus.