Disability Awareness in the Workplace

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Be Committed to Inclusion

At the University of Miami, we are fortunate to be part of an incredibly diverse community. Collectively we strive to create a supportive environment where our unique abilities come together to transform lives and create an inclusive culture of belonging. 

October is Disabilities in the Workplace Awareness Month at UM. Join your colleagues at a variety of live events to learn more about the resources available at UM and how you can support an inclusive environment for people with disabilities.

It is wonderful to learn about available resources & ways in which the UM community is here to support all of us.

2023 Event Attendee

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Reasonable Accommodations Under the ADA V2

Oct. 15, 11:30 a.m.

During this session, Jessica N. Pacheco, J.D., Executive Director, Workplace Equity & Inclusion and Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Staff at the University provides a general overview of reasonable accommodations in the workplace under the ADA.

DWAM Disability Network Alliance: Resources & Support

Oct. 17, noon

During this session, you’ll hear about resources and support available at the University of Miami for people with disabilities. You’ll learn the impact the Disability Network Alliance Employee Resource Group is having on and off campus and how you can get involved in their mission to support a culture of belonging for all abilities.
Myths and Truths Event Banner

Oct. 22, 11:30 a.m.

Uncover the myths and truths surrounding the disability community in this enlightening session led by experts from the Mailman Center for Child Development. Facilitators will guide participants through an engaging discussion that challenges common assumptions and promotes disability inclusion.
DWAM An Introduction to AI at Work

Oct. 24, 1:30 p.m.

From voice-activated assistants to advanced text-to-speech software, AI tools are breaking down barriers and creating more inclusive environments. Learn what large language models are, test drive a few of these applications, and gain insight into how AI is opening the workplace to all abilities.
DWAM Gateway-ai-for-all

Oct. 30, 2:30 p.m.

Join a dynamic panel discussion on how AI is transforming assistive technologies and driving inclusion across all abilities. This session explores the groundbreaking advancements in AI that are enhancing accessibility for the disability community and reshaping workplace inclusion. Learn about the latest innovations on the horizon and how challenges in introducing assistive AI technology are being addressed.

2023 Event Recaps

Center for Autism and Related Disabilities: Creating an Inclusive Workplace

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FAAST Facts

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Myths and Truths Surrounding the Disability Community

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Reasonable Accommodations Under the ADA

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Tech That Works - Tech That Works for U: MS Office 365 Accessibility Tools for More Effective and Inclusive Communications

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Building a Culture of Health and Belonging Improving Healthcare for People with Disabilities

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