Pinellas Public Work Cooperative

WORK IS FOR ALL: Individuals with developmental disabilities can have real jobs and make good wages, work alongside people without disabilities, and contribute to their communities. Living life as a productive community member who has choices about employment is a goal applauded by all people, including individuals with disabilities who can and want to work. Good jobs lead to confidence, self-reliance and more income. As important, working expands social networks and opportunities to contribute to the greater community as valuable employees who also pay taxes and use buying power to support the well-being of society. Currently, individuals with developmental disabilities are significantly under-represented in the workforce, despite decades of employment and pre-employment services. With only a small percentage of working age individuals with developmental disabilities in competitive or supported employment, it is time to confirm employment as an option for all people. This video will help everyone recognize that individuals with disabilities can and do work in their communities as successful members of society. You will see Miguel, Nick and Alison who have visions for their futures, each one is a decision-maker building social networks to find meaningful employment alongside fellow community members. The Board Resource Center is about Making Complex Ideas Simple. We adapt complicated materials or ideas into meaningful tools and trainings that can benefit a range of …