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Our parters at the New York State Department of Labor have an exciting opportunity for area teachers, librarians, and counselors! The Career Development Ambassador program will be featured in all three of our permanent locations. Learn more: https://dol.ny.gov/educator-ambassador-program!

This , let's replace ignorance and intolerance with understanding and inclusion. How can you be a better ally to the autistic community?

🌟 April is Autism Awareness Month 🌟

At OneWorkSource, we're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and community where every individual, including those with autism, is recognized for their unique talents and contributions.

This month, we celebrate the diversity, creativity, and strengths of people with autism while also acknowledging the challenges they face in employment and beyond. We believe in the power of understanding, acceptance, and support to create a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

🔹 Did You Know? People with autism tend to bring exceptional attention to detail, creativity, and innovative thinking to their workplaces. It's not just about hiring for diversity – it's about embracing the strengths that neurodiversity brings to our teams.

🔹 Let's Take Action: Join us in spreading awareness and fostering acceptance. Whether you're an employer looking to create more inclusive hiring practices, an employee seeking ways to support your neurodiverse colleagues, or simply someone who wants to learn more, there's a role for you in building a more inclusive world.

🔹 Resources and Support: Throughout this month, we'll share resources, stories, and tips on how to support neurodiversity in the workplace. Stay tuned!

We encourage you to share this post, talk about autism with friends and family, and join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive community. Together, we can make a difference. 💙

A powerful reminder from our friends at the The Swift Center, centered in Kansas, challenge how we think of Inclusion. This video centers on classrooms and students, but is applicable to all areas of our community.

OneWorkSource is committed to not only recognizing the rightful place of all people in our schools, businesses, community organizations, and public places!

For more information about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), contact our Regional DEIA Lead, Jordon LeBlanc, at [email protected].

10 Point Paradigm Shorts: Rightful Presence Watch this video to learn about Rightful Presence. Learn more about SWIFT's 10 Point Paradigm at: https://swiftschools.org/10-point-paradigm/

Jordon LeBlanc, Director of Programming and Disability Resource Coordinator, was so proud to present as a best practice for career orientation and STEM education with our partners from the Universität Siegen to Commissioner Rosa, key members of her New York State Education Department team, and the superintendents of BOCES across New York State. We are excited at the possibilities we discussed with the Commissioner as we seek to serve the people of the North Country and beyond!

Special thanks to Dr. Dale Breault of Franklin-Essex-Hamilton BOCES and Dr Mark Davey of Champlain Valley Educational Services for their critical support they made these meetings possible!