September Lineup

The 2023 Global Conference Impact Report is HERE!

As we reflect on the 2023 Global Disability:IN Conference, our hearts are filled with gratitude for our community. This report dives into the outcomes and takeaways that made this year’s conference one to remember.

Welcome New Corporate Partners

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Current Corporate Partner Opportunities

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Password: INfor2023

• Procure Access Building Block Series: Ensure Organizational Accountability | September 12th, 12:00 PM ET
• The S in ESG: Why Disability Inclusion Matters | September 20th, 12:00 PM ET
• Procure Access Building Block Series: Prioritize Remediation of Existing Software | September 26th, 12:00 PM ET
• N.D.E.A.M.: Navigating Disability Employment – Accessibility Matters | October 4th, 12:00 PM ET

Global

The United Nations’ (UN) Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations at its 2023 Regular Session recommended Disability:IN for Special Consultative Status. The UN’s Economic and Social Council granted Special Consultative Status to Disability:IN in June 2023.

Disability:IN has contracted with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to provide an Accessibility & Inclusion External Review through September 2023.

Candidates with disabilities in France, Germany, and the U.K.:

Companies are searching for YOU!

Disability:IN is thrilled to present the upcoming recruitment event on September 27th.

Candidates with Disabilities in France, Germany, and the U.K. will have the opportunity to connect with corporate leaders from our partner companies. Interested candidates should register by September 20, 2023 at the link below. For questions, please email [email protected].

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NextGen

Register Now: Corporate Partners Needed for NextGen Virtual Matchmaking

In celebration of Disability Employment Awareness Month, join us for a virtual matchmaking/speed networking from 1:00- 4:00 PM ET on Wednesday, Oct. 25. This event is being generously sponsored by Voya Financial.

Space for Corporate Partner representatives is limited and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis so please register promptly prior to the Oct. 4 deadline. Registered Corporate Partner representatives will be emailed their list of matched NextGen Leaders along with additional logistical details by Oct. 13.

Interested in learning more? Attend the Corporate Partner Information Session on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 1:00 PM ET.

Supplier Diversity

Disability:IN’s Fall 2023 Supplier Matchmaking Registration is now open until October 13!

To facilitate more opportunities for business connections and relationship-building, this event between Disability:IN corporate partners and certified DOBEs and SDV-DOBEs will take place virtually on Tuesday, October, 17, 2023 (8-6:30pm EST).

Any questions can be directed to [email protected]. 

New! Engagement Request Form

Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) is right around the corner! If you’re interested in booking a guest speaker from Disability:IN for a panel, fireside chat, or other presentation format for DEAM or beyond, please use our new Engagement Request Form to submit your speaking request.

Disability Equality Index

Coming on October 11th: Registration for the 2024 Disability Equality Index

The 2024 edition of the DEI will mark the 10th anniversary of the U.S. benchmark and will serve as the official launch of scored benchmarks for seven additional International countries: Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Japan, the Philippines, and the United Kingdom. An all-new registration application will allow for seamless registration for any or all of the eight DEI countries. Additional details coming in early October!

For questions, please email [email protected].