“When businesses do intentionally engage in disability inclusion they achieve 28% higher revenue, double the net income, and three times the profit margins. This is an undeniable business case for disability inclusion.” ????
关于我们
United Spinal Association is a national 501(c) (3) nonprofit membership organization dedicated to empowering people with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D), including veterans, to live successful and fulfilling lives.
Directed by people with disabilities, United Spinal Association works to overcome the stigma of disability and remove physical barriers to inclusion for wheelchair users. We are united in our belief that business, people with disabilities and society all benefit from providing equal opportunity to pursue passions, employment, and recreational opportunities. Our goal is to actively support people with SCI/D through valuable programs and services that maximize independence and create opportunities to become leaders, advocates, and innovators.
United Spinal transforms the lives of people with SCI/D by:
1) Advocating for enforcement and enhancement of disability rights, including access to healthcare, mobility equipment, public transportation, rehabilitation, community services and supports, and the built environment
2) Empowering our members, their loved ones, care providers and professionals with resources, one-on-one assistance, and peer support
3) Promoting independence through employment, assisting individuals with employment opportunities, and ensuring that wheelchair users have equal access to housing, shopping and recreational opportunities
4)Promoting civic participation and self-advocacy
- 网站
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https://www.unitedspinal.org
United Spinal Association的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 非盈利组织
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 总部
- Kew Gardens，NY
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 1947
- 领域
- Veterans benefits、public policy、social services和disability rights
地点
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主要
获取路线
120-34 Queens Blvd.
#320
US，NY，Kew Gardens，11415
United Spinal Association员工
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Robert Barbieri
A high-impact executive leader & strategic partner, board member & advisor, and private equity investor.
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John Dziewa
Board Member focused on Disability Advocacy & IT Manager at Fiserv
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Josie Byzek
Senior Director of Communications & Digital Experience
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Brooke Ellison
President, Brooke Ellison Leadership and Inclusion Strategies, LLC
动态
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People with disabilities deserve to fly safely and with dignity. United Spinal is fighting for change but we need your help. Please donate: https://lnkd.in/gdi65xaN
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Accessible parking, or lack of, is an issue that affects members of the disability community nationwide. Our new guide is a valuable resource to help you understand and promote accessible parking rights. Download: https://lnkd.in/gHdkkPYT
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Are you a wheelchair user & entrepreneur? Learn how to launch and grow sustainable businesses through our Pathways to Employment program’s upcoming events. Contact Lesly St.Louis with any questions.
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Adaptive athlete & motivational speaker, Steve Ferreira, is making exercise more accessible for wheelchair users, breaking down barriers and redefining fitness for all. He’ll be joining our next Tech Talk on February 27.
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“Black History Month is a time when we’re recognized for who we are as a community, including our challenges and accomplishments. When you bring more voices to the table, there are more opportunities to be innovative and grow,” says Lesly St.Louis, Director of Employment Programs.