Region IV Chief Elected Officials Recognize National Disability Employment Awareness Month - October 2026

Oct 5

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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to recognize the contributions of workers with disabilities and highlight the importance of inclusive employment opportunities.

The Region IV Chief Elected Officials have signed a proclamation recognizing October 2026 as Disability Employment Awareness Month in the Southwestern Workforce Development Region.

This year’s NDEAM theme, “Celebrating Value and Talent,” emphasizes the skills, abilities, and contributions that individuals with disabilities bring to workplaces and communities.

Through the proclamation, the Region IV Chief Elected Officials, in coordination with the Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board, reaffirm their commitment to supporting the recruitment, hiring, retention, and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities who seek equal opportunity to participate in the workforce.

The Southwestern Workforce Development Region recognizes the value and talent of individuals with disabilities and remains committed to supporting a workforce where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed.

Region IV Chief Elected Officials Chair Commissioner Chris Ponce signs the National Disability Employment Awareness Month proclamation.

Signed Region IV proclamation recognizing October 2026 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month in the Southwestern Workforce Development Region.