October is Disability Employment Awareness Month

    Thursday, 12 October 2023 07:00

    By Tonya Organ

    The month recognizes the contributions of workers with disabilities, while also recognizing employers who promote inclusion and disability employment, and the benefits of inclusion to all citizens.

    October is Disability Employment Awareness Month. Immigration, Population Growth and Skills Minister Gerry Byrne signed a proclamation yesterday. The month recognizes the contributions of workers with disabilities, while also recognizing employers who promote inclusion and disability employment, and the benefits of inclusion to all citizens.

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