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The Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) was created in 2001 to administer the National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) and promote its annual themes under the U.S. Department of Labor. NDEAM began in 1945, and this year marks the 80th year of observance; the NDEAM 2025 theme is “Celebrating Value and Talent.”  Creating Positive […]

Editor’s Note: This post is written by a parent of a child with complex needs. She candidly shares her challenges, hopes, and hard-won lessons about advocating for her son and herself. Through her story, she offers encouragement and solidarity to other families navigating similar journeys, reminding us all that while the road can be demanding, […]

After my mom overcame her initial panic upon learning that I would be completely blind, she embarked on a quest to provide me with the best opportunities in life.  She had read in a publication that roller skating was great for developing balance. She visited the local skating rink to learn how to get me […]

Pursuing a career starts with curiosity, confidence, and connection—especially for young people who are blind or low vision.   Many transition-age youth are unsure about the type of employment they want to pursue. They feel the pressure to come up with a plan. They don’t always have an answer to the questions “Are you going to […]