Center for Disability Inclusion was founded in 2009 and is a leading voice in advancing disability inclusion in the workplace and marketplace. We assist our partners in advancing disability inclusion by providing the business community with tools, resources and solutions that drive employee hiring, engagement and performance. Leadership Our board of directors are local business representatives who have a passion for changing the employment landscape – by helping businesses connect with qualified talent/employees (who happen to have a disability) and helping people with disabilities find gainful employment for which they are qualified. What We Do * As thought leaders, connectors and facilitators, we continuously build on our expertise in advancing workplace disability inclusion. * We deliver educational events and channels that expand the possibilities for disability inclusion. * We create collaborative relationships with the business community and key stakeholders, including business leaders, HR professionals and service organizations. * We provide information and resources that drive talent acquisition, diversity supply chain and disability inclusion. * We connect business partners at any stage of disability inclusion with thought leadership and solutions. Annual Signature Events 1. DisAbility Inclusion Summit 2. Thought Leaders Luncheon 3. DisAbility Champions Luncheon 4. Educational programs Membership and Funding We operate on a combination of business memberships, event sponsorship's, educational events and workplace disability inclusion related grants. A variety of membership levels accommodate the needs of small, medium and large business. As a 501(c)(3) organization, contributions are tax-deductible. Contact us at admin@disabilityin-gkc.org