Ability Awareness and Inclusion Partnerships
Our mission is to equip individuals with disabilities, including autism, to learn, live, work, and participate in their community. We are excited to offer businesses this opportunity to partner with us in making a difference in our community. Together, we're changing the way the world defines and views disability.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion - To Your Advantage
Organizations with a diverse workforce typically attract and retain quality employees and increase customer loyalty. Becoming a partner with Easterseals Midwest through Ability Awareness and Inclusion Partnerships offers your business the opportunity to build a high-performing workforce that represents the abilities of all workers, to achieve your diversity goals, and to make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
Are you interested in being a voice for workers with disabilities? Please fill out our online form to get involved. We will be glad to meet with you and discuss how your business can make a positive difference in the community.
Benefits to Partnering with Easterseals Midwest
By partnering with Easterseals, your business can:
- Gain access to a diverse, pre-qualified talent pool
- Experience improved performance and retention in typically high-turnover, entry-level positions*
- Produce long-term changes in your business culture by creating an inclusive work environment that welcomes workers of all abilities
- Make a difference in the community
*Employees with disabilities stay in their positions an average of 50% longer than employees without disabilities.
