Many of MetroHartford Alliance’s Investors work with the disability community and have been recognized for their efforts in raising awareness and inclusion of people wth disabilities in their workplaces.
In June, Travelers was named a 2020 Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by Disability:IN and theĀ American Association of People with Disabilities (DEI), including their disAbiliy + Allies Diversity Network.
Disability: IN Connecticut is sponsored by ConnectiCare, Prudential, The Travelers, among others.
The Arc Connecticut is an advocacy organization committed to protecting the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities(I/DD) and promoting opportunities for their full inclusion in their communities.
Oak Hill, Connecticut’s largest private provider of services to people with disabilities provides a full range of services to people with disabilities.Ā They help all ages, from new to seniors with experienced staff who cover the needs of every intellectual, development, and physical disability. They work with Easterseals, a proud affiliate.
Voyaās commitment to people with disabilities and special needs has led to partnering with National Down Syndrome SocietyĀ to provide grants for individuals with Down syndrome who want to start their own business or invest more capital into their company. Learn more:Ā https://www.ndss.org/
Learn more about National Disability Employment Awareness Month.