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October Celebrates Disability Employment: New Initiatives Unveiled

10/17/2025

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Governors Champion Inclusion

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) in October emphasizes inclusive hiring.
In North Carolina, Governor Josh Stein signed a proclamation honoring workers with disabilities, expanding employment services to 25,000 clients.
The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Workforce Summit addressing misconceptions about hiring people with disabilities, highlighting their value.
In Massachusetts, Governor Maura Healey reestablished the Governor’s Special Advisory Commission on Disability Policy to align policies with disabled needs.

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Disability Act Enforces Inclusion

Kenya's Persons with Disabilities Act takes effect May 27, 2025, imposing a 5% employment quota for PWDs in organizations with 20 or more employees.
The Act requires employers to develop inclusive policies and avoid discrimination, but provides no specific guidelines.
It offers tax incentives for hiring PWDs and modifying workplaces, but unclear regulations create uncertainty.
The Act also imposes strict accessibility standards for public infrastructure, with penalties for non-compliance.

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Governors Champion Inclusion

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) in October emphasizes inclusive hiring.
In North Carolina, Governor Josh Stein signed a proclamation honoring workers with disabilities, expanding employment services to 25,000 clients.
The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Workforce Summit addressing misconceptions about hiring people with disabilities, highlighting their value.
In Massachusetts, Governor Maura Healey reestablished the Governor’s Special Advisory Commission on Disability Policy to align policies with disabled needs.

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