Forte Foundation Changemakers Panel

Virtual

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time for us to recognize and celebrate the contributions of our workers with disabilities. It is also a time to help all of us look at our own environments and ask if we are creating inclusive employment experiences for all. This panel conversation will tap into

ADP and Disability-Owned Business Certification Webinar

Join ADP for this 60-minute virtual webinar as we dive into the ins and outs of entrepreneurial success as a Disability-owned business! REGISTER to get insights on the state of Disability-owned business and the importance of certification with guest speakers Philip DeVliegher, Vice President of Supplier Diversity at Disability:IN; and Joyce Bender, Founder and CEO

Mardi Gras Gala

The 30th Annual Mardi Gras Gala will be held on Fat Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at The Westin, Pittsburgh. The Mardi Gras Gala is a fundraising event that honors community leaders for their commitment and dedication to the Pittsburgh region. The event is traditionally supported by the corporate community through table sponsorships. The event has become one

PAACC “Annual Celebration of Excellence”

Join us for PAACC's "Annual Celebration of Excellence" - one of the most highly anticipated events of the year! The afternoon will include: Annual Meeting Chairman's Inauguration Awards and Recognition Lunch and, of course, plenty of networking Special Presentation: 2024 Rich Fitzgerald Distinguished Public Service Award Keynote Speaker: Lieutenant Governor Austin A. Davis, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Women of Influence Awards 2024

Don't miss this popular event as we honor the most influential businesswomen in our region.  Help us to recognize these leading women who are changing their industries and impacting their communities. The event will start with a networking cocktail reception, followed by an awards ceremony and end with a celebration reception featuring premier networking, food

Pittsburgh EAWCP Walk with Team Bender

It’s time to register for the Pittsburgh EAWCP Walk! Join us on Saturday, June 15, 2024, as we celebrate the 36th annual Family Fun Run/Walk for Epilepsy! Remember to contact Carol Howard to let her know you will need a Team Bender t-shirt by May 15th.

Disability:IN Global Conference & Expo

EVENTS Inclusion Workshop (moderator) DOBE Mentoring Mixer Opening Plenary Hire Ground: Making Inroads in the Recruitment and Hiring of Disabled Talent (panelist) Disability Pride Celebration (presentation of the Mary Brougher Supplier Diversity Advocate of the Year Award to the 2024 recipient) Closing Plenary: Turning Disability Insights into Action: Activating Disability Inclusion Post Conference (speaker) EXPO

2024 AAPD ADA Celebration

Salamander Hotel 1330 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC, United States

This event will also be live streamed to provide a virtual attendance option Join AAPD next Thursday, July 25th for our annual ADA Celebration to recognize the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), where we will  connect with community, celebrate disability advocacy and culture, and create disabled joy. This event does sell out, so be sure to RSVP

2024 ATHENA Awards Program of Greater Pittsburgh

The Greater Pittsburgh ATHENA Award and ATHENA Young Professional Award recognizes exceptional women who demonstrate excellence in their profession, contribute to their community, and help other women and girls to succeed through mentorship.  The ATHENA Awards event in Pittsburgh is one of the largest annual gatherings among the hundreds of ATHENA International events presented around the world.

Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law 2024 Annual Awards Reception

National Press Club 529 14th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Hosted annually, the Bazelon Center’s Awards recognize and celebrate leaders in law, disability rights, social justice, mental health, entertainment and more. We are joined by public officials, lawyers, corporate leaders, foundations, advocates from across the country who are committed to mental health. This year's Honorees and Special Guests include: Amna Nawaz, Emcee, Co-Anchor of the PBS

16th Annual Inclusive Voices

How do you chip away at the barriers of race, ethnicity, class, and geography? Invite 300-plus interesting and interested diverse persons over for a nice lunch. Heralded as the first forum of its kind in the region, Inclusive Voices is an event like no other. Since 2008, approximately 4,000 individuals from different communities, sectors, and

Breaking Down Barriers for Employees With Disabilities

We hope you can join us for an engaging and interactive discussion tailored for HR & benefits professionals on how to break down barriers for employees with apparent and non-apparent disabilities and create an inclusive workplace culture where everyone can thrive. Nine million U.S. employees have a disability, but the numbers are certainly higher. Disabilities aren't