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Stereotypes and myths can create barriers to employment for people with disabilities. Building an inclusive business culture can help your organization reach those with disabilities who are seeking jobs and help them feel supported. Learn more here: sourceamerica.org/newsroom/blog/
The was established on June 14, 1775 when the Continental Congress authorized enlistment of expert riflemen to serve the United Colonies.
We thank all U.S. Army members for their service! #ArmyBirthday
Goodwill Industries of South Florida (), an #AbilityOne authorized provider, manufactures burial flags for those who have served in the armed forces. Learn more in this article from :
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SourceAmerica has a variety of resources available for people with disabilities seeking employment, including the #SourceAmerica job board.
Learn more at sourceamerica.org/get-involved/e
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Last week at the Xforce National Conference, we awarded six exceptional employees, nonprofits, and business partners for their work ethic, success, and leadership in advancing inclusion for people with disabilities. Learn more about our award winners here: sourceamerica.org/newsroom/press
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Did you know that 2.8 million people around the world have Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?
Today is World MS Day, which is a day to bring the global MS community together to share stories and raise awareness.
#MSConnects #WorldMSDay
We are proud to present the 2023 Honor Roll for Veterans Award to Terry McDade of Beacon Group Hill Air Force Base, Utah.
Watch this video to learn more about Terry's story: youtube.com/watch?v=KpcOz9
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We are proud to present the 2023 Evelyne Villines Award to Matthew Liptrap of Professional Contract Services, Inc., Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Watch this video to learn more about Matthew's story: youtube.com/watch?v=3NtpP6
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We are proud to present the 2023 William M. Usdane Award to Telisha Yvette Griffin of , Patrick Space Force Base, Florida.
Watch this video to learn more about Telisha's story: youtube.com/watch?v=Rcved6
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We are proud to present the 2023 Tom Miller Advocacy Award to Sisay Senbet of , The Pentagon.
Watch this video to learn more about Sisay's story: youtube.com/watch?v=N6BCYu.
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The art gallery at Xforce National Conference highlights talented artists with disabilities employed by #AbilityOne authorized providers.
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Day 1 of our Xforce National Conference in Anaheim, California is complete! After a day full of sessions and workshops, we concluded with an Opening Session where we honored the recipients of our Force Multiplier Award.
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We’re proud to be showcasing our products manufactured by blind and low vision employees at LightHouse’s Sirkin Center this week at Xforce National Conference! Visit our booth to learn more about the Sirkin Center and our two-time award-wining products!
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Very excited to kick off the Xforce Conference with the NCSE (National Council of SourceAmerica Employers) with Connolly @InspiriTec, Hammond Unlimited and Patel .
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Congratulations to Vincent "Vinnie" Howard and ! Vinnie and BAC were recognized by the Marine Corps League for generously supporting the 2022 Marine Corps League National Convention through donating supplies, allowing over 800 Marines and their families to attend.
Learn how SourceAmerica team member Lawrence Adkins' childhood love of airplanes kick-started his career journey, taking him from service in the Marine Corps to flying all over the U.S. in support of the the AbilityOne® Program.
Read his story here: sourceamerica.org/newsroom/featu.
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Veterans Vincent “Vinnie” Howard and Robert “Bob” Piccolella have worked side-by-side at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida for four years on a #AbilityOne contract. Read more about their story in this blog post: sourceamerica.org/who-we-are/suc #MilitaryAppreciationMonth
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Today, on Military Spouse Appreciation Day, we celebrate the strength and loyalty of military spouses. We thank you for your daily service, care, and support.
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SourceAmerica has employment resources specifically tailored for any #veteran transitioning from service and looking for their next career. Find more information here: sourceamerica.org/get-involved/e
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In attendance at the presentation and pictured above: Congressman (Ret.) Jon Porter; 's Lori Kain and Dwight Davis; Bob Daniels, SourceAmerica Board of Directors; Sen. ; and SourceAmerica's Rick Terrazas.
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Congrats to Sen. Marsha Blackburn on becoming the newest #AbilityOne Congressional Champion. The program, created by SourceAmerica & , honors members of Congress who have demonstrated a commitment to constituents w/ disabilities or blindness & the AbilityOne Program.
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SourceAmerica's Johnathan Rose recently reflected on his own experiences finding employment as a #veteran. In this blog post, he details five stigmas veterans often face while looking for jobs: sourceamerica.org/newsroom/blog/.
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#NationalSpaceDay Team BAC is grateful to our #AbilityOne contracted #Space customers, including #NASA and the #45thSpaceWing for allowing our employees to be a part of your mission!
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May is #MilitaryAppreciationMonth and SourceAmerica is proud to honor our military service members this month and every month. Here are four ways the #AbilityOne program supports active duty service members and veterans, including those with disabilities: sourceamerica.org/newsroom/featu
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The #SourceAmerica job board has a multitude of services for people with disabilities, including job opportunities, job training to improve skills, career mentorship and more. Find out how we can help you succeed at jobboard.sourceamerica.org
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During the two-day event, 22 meetings were held with staff for members of Congress, including , , , and .
Read this article to learn more about the need for a 1% contracting goal for the #AbilityOne Program: sourceamerica.org/newsroom/blog/
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Last week, our Government Affairs team joined reps from ,
, , Skookum & Skils'kin on Capitol Hill to discuss how a 1% contracting goal for the #AbilityOne Program could potentially increase job opportunities for people with disabilities.
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SourceAmerica's Johnathan Rose recently joined the U.S. AbilityOne Commission's Don Rose Jr. for a webinar to discuss the #AbilityOne Program & how veterans, including those with disabilities, can find employment opportunities through the network: bit.ly/3NfS4dm
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“People with disabilities are just as ambitious, capable and hardworking as people without disabilities."
Meet Katie Galloway, a self-advocate who has worked as a customer care representative for five years at InspiriTec. Learn more about her story at sourceamerica.org/who-we-are/suc
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#AI is increasingly in the news. We’re glad to see and others working together to ensure that it supports employment accessibility for people with disabilities. bit.ly/3or70Lg #ArtificialIntelligence #DisabilityEmployment
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We’re proud to share that components of the 's Cold Temperature and Arctic Protection Systems (CTAPS) are produced by #AbilityOne authorized providers, including Puerto Rico Industries for the Blind, , , and .
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It is great to see the outpouring of community support for , an #AbilityOne authorized provider, following a fire that destroyed its bus fleet recently in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Read more at aspiroinc.org/bus-fire.
Did you know that over 60% of working-age people with disabilities in the U.S. do not have jobs? Learn about solutions discussed to increase employment across the disability community during 's Disability Summit, sponsored by SourceAmerica®. bit.ly/414xikP
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NOW: Rhiannon Parker (), Armando Contreras (), & Day Al-Mohamed () join us to discuss the direct support industry, and how companies and government can support accessibility & employment #TheHillDisabilitySummit
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Watch now as disability advocates and #SourceAmerica President & CEO, Richard Belden, share a few words during Disability Summit: twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1
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Watch LIVE! The Hill Disability Summit is about to begin! #TheHillDisabilityAdvocacy twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1
Join us today at 1 p.m. ET for Disability Summit, where policymakers and nonprofit leaders will come together to discuss practical solutions to increase employment across the disability community. #TheHillDisabilityAdvocacy
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Coming up Wednesday, 3/29, at 1PM: Join us for The Hill's Disability Summit, sponsored by . RSVP here: disabilitysummit.splashthat.com #TheHillDisabilityAdvocacy
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