The Often-Overlooked Benefits of Working While Living with a Disability
By Kylie Moore In 2025, the unemployment rate for people with disabilities was double the rate for those without a disability, according to the most recent data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rates for persons with a disability was 8.3 percent — higher than the previous year. Over the year, the […]
Five Ways to Create a More Inclusive Workplace
Nowadays, everyone is talking about diversity and inclusion. Experts in the area are competing to create yet another training. HR managers are eagerly seeking opportunities to increase their knowledge on the subject. But what, indeed, is inclusion? What is diversity? Diversity and inclusion are two very different concepts; however, they go hand in hand in […]
Here is How to Stay Active While Living with a Disability
More than ten years ago, in 2009, Eric participated in the Special Olympics Games for the first time. He still remembers his very first competition as if it were yesterday. To date, he has participated in multiple games, including bocce ball and swimming. However, his personal favorite is basketball. Most recently, Eric added a new […]
Painting the World for People Living with Deafblindness: The Crucial Role of Interveners
Imagine a world where you are unable to hear the morning song of birds or see the breathtaking colors of a sunrise. While many of us often take our sight and hearing for granted, there are over 15 million people worldwide who live with a complex disability known as Deafblindness, affecting both their vision and […]
National Disability Employment Awareness Month – 5 Ways to Ensure Your Workplace is Disability-Inclusive
October is recognized in the U.S. as National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). NDEAM celebrates and shines a light on the contributions and efforts of people with disabilities in the workplace, all while raising awareness of the continuous need for inclusivity and opportunity in America’s workforce. Here are five areas to evaluate to ensure your […]
Celebrating Cerebral Palsy Month: BDI’s Kylie Moore Shares Her Journey of Self Discovery & Advocacy
My name is Kylie Moore. I am a 33-year-old woman who has cerebral palsy. For the last eight years, I’ve worked at Bobby Dodd Institute (BDI) as a Special Projects Coordinator. In honor of March being Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, I’d like to share my story and journey to becoming an advocate with you! My […]