Every October, Jay Nolan Community Services celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) which draws attention to disability employment issues and celebrates the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities.

This year’s theme, “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation,” highlights the essential role that individuals with disabilities play as valued and contributing members of the American workforce. Per the U.S. Department of Labor, this year’s theme “honors the significant diversity within the disability community….we are committed to advancing not only employment for people with disabilities, but also equity in how we do so. We want all people with disabilities, from all backgrounds, to have equal opportunities to work and thrive.”

Jay Nolan Community in the #NDEAM Spotlight:

Griffin

In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic almost cut short Griffin’s pursuit of a meaningful career as a CNC machinist. Two years later, his tenacity, perseverance, and hard work has finally paid off. Read Griffin’s Story

David & Jonathan

As much as their current colleagues wish they could stay forever, David and Jonathan have jump-started their careers with the Paid Internship Program (PIP) at Jay Nolan and are ready to take on new challenges.

Miles

A mere two weeks after graduating from the Uniquely Abled Academy (UAA), Miles accepted a position with a well-respected manufacturing company in his community where he continues to work today.

Learn more about JNCS Employment Services for individuals with disabilities: https://jaynolan.org/services/employment-services/