Since the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the needle for employment has moved very little for people with disabilities. The underlying barriers preventing forward momentum are ableism and attitudinal barriers, beginning with how we message to youth with disabilities. While most people grow up being told ‘you can do anything if you work
The 29th Annual Mardi Gras Gala will be held on Fat Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at The Westin, Pittsburgh. We are thrilled to announce that our honorees are King Charlie Batch and Queen Tasha Wilson Batch! The Mardi Gras Gala is a fundraising event that honors community leaders for their commitment and dedication to the Pittsburgh region.
Verizon celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the World Institute on Disability through a conversation with Executive Director Marcie Roth. Founded in 1983, WID supports people with disabilities worldwide, providing a pan-disability perspective across the human lifespan. Marcie Roth began advocating for people with disabilities in high school. Following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Marcie focused on