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Taryn Mackenzie Williams retweeted
Proud to witness the adoption of the Solfagnano Charter today at the #G7 Ministerial alongside US delegates @sarasminkara, @TarynsTake, @IFES1987 Virginia Atkinson, and @HLSPOD Professor Michael Stein. This is an incredible milestone towards a more inclusive future.
#G7Italy
Taryn Mackenzie Williams retweeted
Has your community been affected Hurricane Helene or other severe storm? We can help with:
💼 Income and job assistance
🦺 Staying safe during cleanup/recovery
💰 Wages
📝 Workers’ comp claims
⚕️ Health and retirement benefits
Visit dol.gov/DisasterRecovery to learn more.
Taryn Mackenzie Williams retweeted
🚨 Just released: @commonwealthfnd’s latest report compares health system performance across 10 countries, offering critical insights for U.S. improvement. Don’t miss VP Reginald D. Williams II on the Concordia stage Wednesday at #Concordia24 for a session on global health equity. 🌍💡
🔗 nbcnews.com/health/health-ne…
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We are excited to unveil the Competitive Integrated Employment Transformation Hub, a valuable resource aimed at boosting the participation of people with disabilities in competitive integrated employment.
Learn more:
dol.gov/newsroom/releases/od…
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Check out this 1994 photo that features #disability rights leader Judy Heumann, who was serving as our Chair at the time, and fellow advocate Craig Kiser, who was Vice-Chair! Judy & Craig would serve in these roles again in 1996. Judy also served as Vice-Chair for two terms. #TBT
ALT Judith Heumann and S. Craig Kiser sit next to each other at a conference table. Judy is smiling at the camera and Craig is looking to the left. The table is covered in papers, microphones, and other items. The photograph is in black and white.
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An employee in our Office of Disability Employment Policy shares her perspective on the importance of Black History Month.
Learn about Tonya Brown's story here: blog.dol.gov/2024/02/21/blac…
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Here's Taryn Mackenzie Williams, our assistant secretary of labor for disability employment policy on a TV special on #DisabilityInclusion.
youtube.com/watch?v=5UaL3yx3…
Can’t wait to see more? Watch 10/23, 9pm ET on @WABEatl
#DisabilityWorkforce #NDEAM
Taryn Mackenzie Williams retweeted
“Employment Protections Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: 50 Years of Protecting Americans with Disabilities in the Workplace” includes key information such as where to turn for help, examples of best practices, and resource links.
eeoc.gov/newsroom/eeoc-us-de…
#RehabilitationAct
ALT EEOC, U.S. Department of Labor Issue Disability Resource Guide Agencies Mark the 50th Anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 www.EEOC.gov/EEOC-Disability-Related-Resources
Taryn Mackenzie Williams retweeted
2023 marks 50 years of the Rehab Act. The Office of Disability Employment Policy’s Jennifer Sheehy recently spoke with our Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs about how Section 503 of the Rehab Act improves the lives of those with disabilities⬇️
blog.dol.gov/2023/08/28/exam…
Taryn Mackenzie Williams retweeted
33 years ago today, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law, ensuring the next generation of people with disabilities had greater access and equity across all sectors of society, including the workplace.
blog.dol.gov/2023/07/26/exam…
Taryn Mackenzie Williams retweeted
The Olmstead Panel discussion will feature the experiences of policy experts, disability rights advocates, & people whose lives have been directly impacted by Olmstead v. L.C. on June 20th, at 5 pm. 👉Live Stream: aging.senate.gov/olmstead
Taryn Mackenzie Williams retweeted
Dr. Spriggs was not only a thought leader whose ideas moved the academic and policy debate. He was also an extraordinarily generous colleague and guide. Those of our staff who knew him will miss Bill not only for his vision and his passion, but also for his friendship.
We are extraordinarily saddened to report AFL-CIO Chief Economist Bill Spriggs @WSpriggs passed away peacefully last night.
His work has impacted a generation of economics and workers around the world and his legacy will live on for lifetimes to come.
Taryn Mackenzie Williams retweeted
An estimated 160M children toil in child labor around the world, many of them in dangerous jobs. On June 12, join @ILAB_DOL, @WHD_DOL and special guests for a conversation on ending hazardous child labor and promoting decent work in the U.S. and abroad 👇 eventbrite.com/e/within-and-…
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We're making $1.5M in funds available to support the first year of a cooperative agreement for the operations of a policy development center focused on advancing employment opportunities and outcomes for disabled youth. Is your organization eligible? dol.gov/newsroom/releases/od…
Taryn Mackenzie Williams retweeted
This year, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability in federal agencies, contractors. This helped lay the foundation for the Americans with Disabilities Act. @TarynsTake @USDOL #SWHRtalksAutoimmune
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An icon of the disability rights movement, Judy Heumann made the world a better place. blog.dol.gov/2023/03/06/judy…
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A new interactive data map from our Office of Disability Employment Policy illustrates how the employment-population ratio varies by state and race/ethnicity among working-age adults with disabilities. dol.gov/agencies/odep/resear…
ALT Image of a map of the U.S. with states in various shades of green overlayed with the text “Explore the Employment Rate for People with Disabilities by State and Race/Ethnicity”.
Taryn Mackenzie Williams retweeted
What a surprise and honor! Thank you @nytimes 🤗
ALT A screenshot of the New York Times crossword puzzle. Highlighted is 35 across with the answer filled in as “Judith Heumann.” The corresponding clue at the bottom of the image reads “Leading disability rights activist in the 2020 documentary ‘Crip Camp’”