October 4, 2021
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NAELA Joins Broad Effort to Observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Nationwide Campaign Takes Place in October
Washington, DC — This month, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys joins other disability advocates in observing National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an annual event to educate about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. This year's theme is "America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion."
The history of National Disability Employment Awareness Month traces back to 1945 when Congress enacted a law declaring the first week in October each year "National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week." In 1962, the word "physically" was removed to acknowledge the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities. In 1988, Congress expanded the week to a month and changed the name to National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
“NAELA is proud to support this year’s event to continue advocating for the rights of people with disabilities," said NAELA President Letha Sgritta McDowell, CELA, CAP.
Learn more about NAELA members, how NAELA members can assist you and your loved ones, and questions to ask when working with an elder and special needs law attorney.
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About NAELA
Members of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) are attorneys who are experienced and trained in working with the legal problems of aging Americans and individuals of all ages with disabilities. Upon joining, NAELA member attorneys agree to adhere to the NAELA Aspirational Standards. Established in 1987, NAELA is a non-profit association that assists lawyers, bar organizations, and others. The mission of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys is to educate, inspire, serve, and provide community to attorneys with practices in elder and special needs law. NAELA currently has members across the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit NAELA.org, or to locate a NAELA member attorney in your area, visit NAELA.org/findlawyer.
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